Romans 15-16 (“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him…”)
In this final episode of Romans, Anna and Emily look at Paul’s closing encouragements — a call to unity, endurance, and hope. Paul reminds believers to welcome one another as Christ welcomed us and prays that we’d be filled with joy and peace, overflowing with hope through the Holy Spirit (Romans 15:13).
He also shares his heart for ministry and closes with personal greetings that show how relational the gospel really is. These chapters remind us that faith isn’t lived out alone — it’s a shared story of friendship, encouragement, and hope.
Questions & Notes
Romans 15
Summary: Bear with the weak; Paul’s mission is to bring the gospel to Gentiles.
Cultural Note: Priestly language – Ministry as an offering to God.
Fact: Paul quotes Law, Prophets, and Psalms—classic rabbinic method.
Application: Be intentional in welcoming those unlike you.
Questions:
How does Christ’s example shape the way we treat those weaker in faith?
Why does Paul emphasize hope so strongly here?
How does seeing God’s plan for Gentiles in the Old Testament change your perspective?
Who could you intentionally welcome into your life this week?
Romans 16
Summary: Personal greetings; final warnings against division.
Cultural Note: Women and Gentiles in leadership – Unusual in ancient norms.
Fact: Names 26 people, showing diversity of the early church.
Application: Affirm and thank those who serve alongside you.
Questions:
Why do you think Paul takes time to name so many people?
What does this list tell us about the diversity of the early church?
How does publicly honoring others build unity in the church?
Who is someone you could encourage or thank this week?