Romans 15:20
Romans · New Testament · Chapter 15
“Yea, so have I strived to preach the gospel, not where Christ was named, lest I should build upon another man’s foundation:”Romans 15:20
What Does Romans 15:20 Mean?
Romans 15:20 is found in the book of Romans, chapter 15, verse 20 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 13 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (13)
These passages are connected to Romans 15:20 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
2 Timothy 2:19“Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.”1 Corinthians 3:10“According to the grace of God which is given unto me, as a wise masterbuilder, I have laid the foundation, and another buildeth thereon. But let every man take heed how he buildeth thereupon.”2 Corinthians 10:13“But we will not boast of things without our measure, but according to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed to us, a measure to reach even unto you.”Isaiah 52:15“So shall he sprinkle many nations; the kings shall shut their mouths at him: for that which had not been told them shall they see; and that which they had not heard shall they consider.”1 Corinthians 3:9“For we are labourers together with God: ye are God’s husbandry, ye are God’s building.”2 Corinthians 10:15“Not boasting of things without our measure, that is, of other men’s labours; but having hope, when your faith is increased, that we shall be enlarged by you according to our rule abundantly,”Isaiah 55:5“Behold, thou shalt call a nation that thou knowest not, and nations that knew not thee shall run unto thee because of the LORD thy God, and for the Holy One of Israel; for he hath glorified thee.”Romans 1:15“So, as much as in me is, I am ready to preach the gospel to you that are at Rome also.”Ephesians 2:20“And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone;”Colossians 1:29“Whereunto I also labour, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily.”2 Corinthians 5:9“Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him.”1 Thessalonians 4:11“And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;”1 Corinthians 4:15“For though ye have ten thousand instructors in Christ, yet have ye not many fathers: for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you through the gospel.”
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