Romans 1:13

French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)

Je ne veux pas que vous ignoriez, frères et sœurs, que j'ai souvent formé le projet d'aller vous voir afin de récolter du fruit parmi vous tout comme parmi les autres nations, mais j'en ai été empêché jusqu'ici.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Romans, the Apostle Paul tells his audience that he has wanted to visit them many times but was prevented somehow. He explains that his purpose for visiting would be to share God's message and see results among them like he does with other people.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who lives far away, and you want to go play at their house lots of times, but something always stops you. Paul is like this friend who really wanted to visit his friends in Rome to share his favorite stories about Jesus but couldn't because of some obstacles.

Historical Background

The Apostle Paul wrote Romans around 57 AD from Corinth during his third missionary journey. This letter was addressed to the Christians living in Rome, a city with a diverse population and rich religious traditions. The context reflects Paul's desire to build unity among believers and share deeper teachings of Christ.

Living It Out Today

Think about a time when you wanted to help someone but couldn't because something got in your way. Like if you wanted to tutor your friend in math but kept having scheduling conflicts. This verse reminds us that we can still have an impact even if our plans are delayed or stopped, by staying connected and praying for others.

Topics

• perseverance
• mission
• obstacles
• fruitfulness
• prayer
• diversity

Related Verses

• 1 Corinthians 2:1-5
• Galatians 1:6-9
• Acts 18:23-24
• Ephesians 3:7-13
• Philippians 1:12-14

Frequently Asked Questions

What prevented Paul from visiting Rome?

The exact reasons are not detailed, but they could have been related to travel difficulties, opposition from enemies, or other unforeseen circumstances that hindered his plans.

Why was Paul so eager to visit the Christians in Rome?

Paul wanted to strengthen their faith and share deeper teachings about Christ. He also likely intended to encourage unity among the diverse believers there.

What does 'fruit' mean in this context?

'Fruit' refers to spiritual results or outcomes of his ministry, such as conversions, strengthened faith, or growing churches among the Gentile populations he visited.

How can we relate this verse to our own lives today?

We can reflect on our intentions and plans to help others spiritually. Even if obstacles prevent us from doing what we originally planned, we should continue praying for and encouraging those around us.