Romans 1:1-2
What is written? (ESV)
Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God, which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the holy Scriptures,
What does it say?
Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ and called to be an apostle set apart for preaching the gospel of God, which He promised in earlier times through His prophets in Scripture.
What is its immediate context?
Introduction of Paul’s letter to the church in Rome.
How Romans 1:1-2 is applied across Bible answers
Who are the messengers of God?
Paul identifies two messengers of God: apostles "set apart" for preaching the gospel, and prophets who spoke about its coming.
