King James Version

What Does Romans 15:29 Mean?

Romans 15:29 in the King James Version says “And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the gospel of Christ.” — study this verse from Romans chapter 15 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.

“And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the gospel of Christ.”

Romans 15:29 · KJV

Context

27

It hath pleased them verily; and their debtors they are. For if the Gentiles have been made partakers of their spiritual things, their duty is also to minister unto them in carnal things.

28

When therefore I have performed this, and have sealed to them this fruit, I will come by you into Spain.

29

And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the gospel of Christ.

30

Now I beseech you, brethren, for the Lord Jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye strive together with me in your prayers to God for me;

31

That I may be delivered from them that do not believe in Judaea; and that my service which I have for Jerusalem may be accepted of the saints; do not: or, are disobedient

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Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the gospel of Christ (οἶδα δὲ ὅτι ἐρχόμενος πρὸς ὑμᾶς ἐν πληρώματι εὐλογίας Χριστοῦ ἐλεύσομαι, oida de hoti erchomenos pros hymas en plērōmati eulogias Christou eleusomai)—Oida (I know, I am sure) expresses confident assurance. Plērōmati (fullness, abundance) suggests overflowing blessing, not meager measure. Eulogias Christou (blessing of Christ) could be objective genitive (blessing from Christ) or subjective genitive (blessing that is Christ himself)—likely both. Paul expects his Roman visit will overflow with Christ's presence, power, and blessing.

This confidence isn't presumption but faith: Paul trusts that faithfully completing his mission (Jerusalem collection) positions him to experience God's abundant blessing in Rome. The 'fullness of blessing' may include mutual encouragement (1:11-12), effective ministry, gospel advancement, and preparation for Spanish mission. This models expectant faith: trusting God's blessing on faithful obedience.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Ironically, Paul did come to Rome 'in the fullness of blessing,' but via circumstances he didn't anticipate: arrest, shipwreck, and imprisonment (Acts 21-28). Yet even in chains, he experienced blessing—conversions in Caesar's household (Phil 4:22), writing Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, Philemon, and Acts 28:30-31's report of unhindered preaching. God's 'blessing' transcended Paul's expectations.

Reflection Questions

  1. How does Paul's confidence in coming 'in the fullness of blessing' challenge or encourage your expectations when serving God faithfully?
  2. In what ways have you experienced God's blessing arriving differently than you anticipated, yet recognizably full and abundant?
  3. What would 'fullness of the blessing of the gospel' look like in your current ministry or life context?

Original Language Analysis

Greek · 14 words
οἶδα1 of 14

“I am sure”

G1492

used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl

δὲ2 of 14

“And”

G1161

but, and, etc

ὅτι3 of 14

“that”

G3754

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

ἐλεύσομαι4 of 14

“I shall come”

G2064

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

πρὸς5 of 14

“unto”

G4314

a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,

ὑμᾶς6 of 14

“you”

G5209

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

ἐν7 of 14

“in”

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

πληρώματι8 of 14

“the fulness”

G4138

repletion or completion, i.e., (subjectively) what fills (as contents, supplement, copiousness, multitude), or (objectively) what is filled (as contai

εὐλογίας9 of 14

“of the blessing”

G2129

fine speaking, i.e., elegance of language; commendation ("eulogy"), i.e., (reverentially) adoration; religiously, benediction; by implication, consecr

τοῦ10 of 14
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

εὐαγγελίου11 of 14

“of the gospel”

G2098

a good message, i.e., the gospel

τοῦ12 of 14
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

Χριστοῦ13 of 14

“of Christ”

G5547

anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus

ἐλεύσομαι14 of 14

“I shall come”

G2064

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Romans. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Romans 15:29 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

Cross-References

Verses related to Romans 15:29 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Ephesians 4:13Romans 1:10-12Ephesians 1:3Psalms 16:11Ephesians 3:19Ezekiel 34:26

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