Kiddush Ha’Shem
Sanctifying God’s Name
15: 1-13
The theme of unity looms large in the early part of this chapter with parallel themes of encouragement and endurance. Paul demonstrates that unity between the strong and the weak, between Messianic Jews and Gentiles, can be achieved in and through Yeshua Messiah. However, there can be no unity as long as believers cling to attitudes that cause tension. Paul reminds all the believers in the church at Rome that Yeshua was One who chose NOT to have His own way, though He could have, but chose to serve those around Him. Messiah is our example of how to nurture unity and peace. Paul also lifts up the Scriptures as a source of encouragement and hope for the believing community. The last part of the chapter focuses on personal matters that Paul believes are of interest to the church at Rome.375
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