What does Romans 1:8 mean?

Romans 1:8 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Romans 1:8 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

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

6Among whom are ye also the called of Jesus Christ:

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.

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