Romans 1:9 · KJV

"For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers;"

King James Version

Passage Context

⁷To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.

⁸First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world.

⁹For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers;

¹⁰Making request, if by any means now at length I might have a prosperous journey by the will of God to come unto you.

¹¹For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established;

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Reflection Questions

How does prayer play a role in your spiritual life?

What does it mean for you to serve God with your spirit?

When have you felt the power of prayer in your life?

Life Application

prayer

Set aside time daily for prayer, focusing on your relationship with God and others. Keep a prayer journal.

service

Look for opportunities to serve in your church or community, reflecting your commitment to God.

People in This Verse

Paul the ApostleNT

A key figure in early Christianity, Paul spread the Gospel throughout the Roman Empire. He was formerly known as Saul of Tarsus, a persecutor of Christians before his dramatic conversion.

First appearance: Acts 7:58

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

Paul emphasizes the importance of prayer and service in the context of the gospel, which is central to Jesus' teachings.

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