Romans 15:17-18

Romans 15:17-18

[17] I have  therefore whereof  I may glory  through  Jesus  Christ  in those things which pertain to  God.  [18] For  not  dare  to speak  of any  of those things which  Christ  not  wrought  by  to make  the Gentiles  obedient,  by word  and  deed, 

What does Romans 15:17-18 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

Paul had grounds to boast because Gentiles had come to Jesus Christ through his ministry. Notwithstanding he gave all the credit for what had happened to Jesus Christ. He had worked through His servant to bring the Gentiles to obey God in word and deed. Obedience in this context involved coming to Christ (cf. Romans 1:5; Romans 16:26; Acts 17:30; 1 Peter 1:2)