Christian Unity and Bearing Struggles/Unity in Christ and Apostolic Commission (Romans 15)

Christian Unity and Bearing Struggles
Jared led a discussion on Christian unity for God's glory, focusing on Romans chapter 15. Jared emphasized the importance of bearing with the struggles of the weak and pleasing one's neighbor for their good, as exemplified by Christ. He also highlighted the Greek word "bastazzo" (to bear with), meaning to carry together, not to put up with. The discussion concluded with a reference to Galatians chapter 6, verse 2, which states to bear one another's burdens and fulfill the law of Christ.

Unity in Christ and Apostolic Commission
Jared discussed the importance of unity in Christ between Jews and Gentiles, as foretold in the Old Testament Scriptures. Jared emphasized the role of believers in strengthening and encouraging the weak in faith. He also highlighted the hope found in the Scriptures and the importance of glorifying God together. Jared referenced specific verses from Romans and Acts to support his points, emphasizing his commission from God to be an apostle to the Gentiles. He concluded by expressing his readiness to preach the gospel to the Romans.

Ministering in the Orthodox Church
Jared discussed the Greek word for minister, which he translated as "to minister" or "to serve another's will." He explained that this term is used in the context of the Orthodox Church's Eucharist liturgy, where the Holy Spirit sanctifies bread. Jared elaborated that Paul uses this imagery to speak of the Gentiles being offered to God as the body of Christ, sanctified through the offering, just as the bread is sanctified in the liturgy.

Preaching, Faith, and Gospel Expansion
In verse 18, Jared discussed the fulfillment of preaching and faith through righteous works. He then moved on to verse 19, highlighting the preaching of the gospel from Jerusalem to Icarium. He emphasized the importance of not building on another man's foundation but instead reaching out to those who have not heard the gospel. Jared also mentioned his desire to visit Spain and minister to the saints in Jerusalem. He concluded that the attendees hoped to help him on his journey. The conversation ended with a prayer and a blessing.

In Christ, love Jared W Campbell

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