Romans 16:15

French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)

Saluez Philologue et Julie, Nérée et sa sœur, ainsi qu’Olympe et tous les saints qui sont avec eux.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, Paul is saying hello to specific people named Philologus, Julia, Nereus and his sister, Olympas, and all the other believers who are with them. This shows how important it was for early Christians to greet one another warmly.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're having a big party and want everyone to say hi to your friends - that's what Paul is doing here! He's making sure his readers remember to be friendly to Philologus, Julia, Nereus, his sister, Olympas, and all the other nice people they know.

Historical Background

This verse comes from Paul’s letter to the Romans, written around AD 57. Paul is addressing a community of believers in Rome, acknowledging specific members by name, which was common practice for building strong community bonds.

Living It Out Today

Today, we can apply this by remembering to greet and acknowledge people we meet at church or other gatherings. It fosters a sense of community and warmth among believers.

Topics

• community
• greeting
• Paul's letters
• early church
• personal relationships
• faith community

Related Verses

• 1 Corinthians 16:19
• Romans 1:7
• 2 Thessalonians 1:1
• Philippians 4:21
• Colossians 4:10

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Nereus mentioned in Romans 16:15?

Nereus was likely a member of the early Roman church. Paul mentions him along with others to emphasize their importance and to encourage his readers to greet them warmly.

How can we apply Romans 16:15 in our churches today?

By making a conscious effort to greet fellow believers warmly and remember their names, just as Paul did with his Roman friends. This fosters a sense of belonging and community.

What is the significance of mentioning 'all the saints' alongside specific individuals in Romans 16:15?

This shows that while individual relationships are important, there's also an emphasis on unity within the broader Christian community. It encourages a sense of belonging for all believers.