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href="/bsb/romans/15.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/romans/15.htm">New International Version</a> so that I may come to you with joy, by God&#8217s will, and in your company be refreshed. <a href="/nlt/romans/15.htm">New Living Translation</a> Then, by the will of God, I will be able to come to you with a joyful heart, and we will be an encouragement to each other. <a href="/esv/romans/15.htm">English Standard Version</a> so that by God’s will I may come to you with joy and be refreshed in your company. <a href="/bsb/romans/15.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> so that by God’s will I may come to you with joy and together with you be refreshed. <a href="/blb/romans/15.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> so that having come to you in joy, by the will of God I may be refreshed with you. <a href="/kjv/romans/15.htm">King James Bible</a> That I may come unto you with joy by the will of God, and may with you be refreshed. <a href="/nkjv/romans/15.htm">New King James Version</a> that I may come to you with joy by the will of God, and may be refreshed together with you. <a href="/nasb_/romans/15.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> so that I may come to you in joy by the will of God and relax in your company. <a href="/nasb/romans/15.htm">NASB 1995</a> so that I may come to you in joy by the will of God and find refreshing rest in your company. <a href="/nasb77/romans/15.htm">NASB 1977 </a> so that I may come to you in joy by the will of God and find refreshing rest in your company. <a href="/lsb/romans/15.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> so that I may come to you in joy by the will of God and find rest in your company. <a href="/amp/romans/15.htm">Amplified Bible</a> so that by God’s will I may come to you with joy and find rest in your company. <a href="/csb/romans/15.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> and that, by God’s will, I may come to you with joy and be refreshed together with you. <a href="/hcsb/romans/15.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> and that, by God&#8217s will, I may come to you with joy and be refreshed together with you. <a href="/asv/romans/15.htm">American Standard Version</a> that I may come unto you in joy through the will of God, and together with you find rest. <a href="/cev/romans/15.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Ask God to let me come to you and have a pleasant and refreshing visit. <a href="/erv/romans/15.htm">English Revised Version</a> that I may come unto you in joy through the will of God, and together with you find rest. <a href="/gwt/romans/15.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Also pray that by the will of God I may come to you with joy and be refreshed when I am with you. <a href="/gnt/romans/15.htm">Good News Translation</a> And so I will come to you full of joy, if it is God's will, and enjoy a refreshing visit with you. <a href="/isv/romans/15.htm">International Standard Version</a> and that if it's God's will, I may come to you with joy and be refreshed together with you. <a href="/net/romans/15.htm">NET Bible</a> so that by God's will I may come to you with joy and be refreshed in your company. <a href="/nheb/romans/15.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> that I may come to you in joy through the will of God, and together with you, find rest. <a href="/wbt/romans/15.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> That I may come to you with joy by the will of God, and may with you be refreshed. <a href="/wey/romans/15.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> in order that if God be willing I may come to you with a glad heart, and may enjoy a time of rest with you.<div class="vheading2">Majority Text Translations</div><a href="/msb/romans/15.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> so that by God’s will I may come to you with joy and together with you be refreshed. <a href="/web/romans/15.htm">World English Bible</a> that I may come to you in joy through the will of God, and together with you, find rest. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/romans/15.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> that in joy I may come to you, through the will of God, and may be refreshed with you, <a href="/blb/romans/15.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> so that having come to you in joy, by the will of God I may be refreshed with you. <a href="/ylt/romans/15.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> that in joy I may come unto you, through the will of God, and may be refreshed with you, <a href="/slt/romans/15.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> That in joy I might come to you by the will of God, and rest with you.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/romans/15.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> That I may come to you with joy, by the will of God, and may be refreshed with you. <a href="/cpdv/romans/15.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> So may I come to you with joy, through the will of God, and so may I be refreshed with you. <a href="/nabre/romans/15.htm">New American Bible</a> so that I may come to you with joy by the will of God and be refreshed together with you. <a href="/nrsvce/romans/15.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> so that by God’s will I may come to you with joy and be refreshed in your company.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/romans/15.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> So that I may come to you with joy by the will of God, and may with you be refreshed. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/romans/15.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And I shall come to you in joy by the will of God, and I shall be refreshed with you.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/romans/15.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> that I may come to you with joy, by the will of God, and may be refreshed among you. <a href="/godbey/romans/15.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> in order that having come to you in joy through the will of God, and together with you find rest. <a href="/haweis/romans/15.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> that I may come unto you with joy by the will of God, and may be refreshed together with you.<CM> <a href="/mace/romans/15.htm">Mace New Testament</a> that by the will of God we may meet with joy, and rest together in peace. <a href="/wey/romans/15.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> in order that if God be willing I may come to you with a glad heart, and may enjoy a time of rest with you. <a href="/worrell/romans/15.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> that, coming to you in joy through the will of God, I may with you be refreshed. <a href="/worsley/romans/15.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> that I may come to you with joy, by the will of God, and may be refreshed with you. <a href="/parallel/romans/15-32.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KIZs4GUMn-g?start=3862" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/romans/15.htm">Paul's Travel Plans</a> …31Pray that I may be delivered from the unbelievers in Judea, and that my service in Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints there, 32<a href="/greek/2443.htm" title="2443: hina (Conj) -- In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.">so that</a> <a href="/greek/1223.htm" title="1223: dia (Prep) -- A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through.">by</a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God’s</a> <a href="/greek/2307.htm" title="2307: thelēmatos (N-GNS) -- An act of will, will; plur: wishes, desires. From the prolonged form of ethelo; a determination, i.e. choice or inclination.">will</a> <a href="/greek/2064.htm" title="2064: elthōn (V-APA-NMS) -- To come, go. ">I may come</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.">to</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymas (PPro-A2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">with</a> <a href="/greek/5479.htm" title="5479: chara (N-DFS) -- Joy, gladness, a source of joy. From chairo; cheerfulness, i.e. Calm delight.">joy</a> <a href="/greek/4875.htm" title="4875: synanapausōmai (V-ASM-1S) -- To rest along with. Middle from sun and anapano; to recruit oneself in company with.">and together with you be refreshed.</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymin (PPro-D2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou."></a> 33The God of peace be with all of you. Amen.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/acts/19-21.htm">Acts 19:21</a> After these things had happened, Paul resolved in the Spirit to go to Jerusalem, passing through Macedonia and Achaia. “After I have been there,” he said, “I must see Rome as well.” <a href="/1_thessalonians/3-10.htm">1 Thessalonians 3:10</a> Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you face to face and supply what is lacking in your faith. <a href="/2_corinthians/1-15.htm">2 Corinthians 1:15-16</a> Confident of this, I planned to visit you first, so that you might receive a double blessing. / I wanted to visit you on my way to Macedonia, and to return to you from Macedonia, and then to have you help me on my way to Judea. <a href="/philippians/1-25.htm">Philippians 1:25-26</a> Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith, / so that through my coming to you again your exultation in Christ Jesus will resound on account of me. <a href="/2_timothy/1-4.htm">2 Timothy 1:4</a> Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy. <a href="/1_corinthians/16-5.htm">1 Corinthians 16:5-7</a> After I go through Macedonia, however, I will come to you; for I will be going through Macedonia. / Perhaps I will stay with you awhile, or even spend the winter, so that you can help me on my journey, wherever I go. / For I do not want to see you now only in passing; I hope to spend some time with you, if the Lord permits. <a href="/acts/20-22.htm">Acts 20:22</a> And now, compelled by the Spirit, I am going to Jerusalem, not knowing what will happen to me there. <a href="/2_corinthians/13-9.htm">2 Corinthians 13:9</a> In fact, we rejoice when we are weak but you are strong, and our prayer is for your perfection. <a href="/2_corinthians/1-11.htm">2 Corinthians 1:11</a> as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the favor shown us in answer to their prayers. <a href="/philemon/1-22.htm">Philemon 1:22</a> In the meantime, prepare a guest room for me, because I hope that through your prayers I will be restored to you. <a href="/acts/21-14.htm">Acts 21:14</a> When he would not be dissuaded, we quieted down and said, “The Lord’s will be done.” <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-17.htm">1 Thessalonians 2:17-18</a> Brothers, although we were torn away from you for a short time (in person, not in heart), our desire to see you face to face was even more intense. / For we wanted to come to you—indeed I, Paul, tried again and again—but Satan obstructed us. <a href="/acts/28-15.htm">Acts 28:15</a> The brothers there had heard about us and traveled as far as the Forum of Appius and the Three Taverns to meet us. When Paul saw them, he was encouraged and gave thanks to God. <a href="/2_corinthians/7-13.htm">2 Corinthians 7:13</a> On account of this, we are encouraged. In addition to our own encouragement, we were even more delighted by the joy of Titus. For his spirit has been refreshed by all of you. <a href="/2_corinthians/2-12.htm">2 Corinthians 2:12-13</a> Now when I went to Troas to preach the gospel of Christ and a door stood open for me in the Lord, / I had no peace in my spirit, because I did not find my brother Titus there. So I said goodbye to them and went on to Macedonia.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>That I may come to you with joy by the will of God, and may with you be refreshed.I may.<a href="/romans/15-23.htm">Romans 15:23,24</a> But now having no more place in these parts, and having a great desire these many years to come unto you; … <a href="/romans/1-10.htm">Romans 1:10-13</a> Making request, if by any means now at length I might have a prosperous journey by the will of God to come unto you… <a href="/acts/27-1.htm">Acts 27:1,41-43</a> And when it was determined that we should sail into Italy, they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners unto one named Julius, a centurion of Augustus' band… by the.<a href="/acts/18-21.htm">Acts 18:21</a> But bade them farewell, saying, I must by all means keep this feast that cometh in Jerusalem: but I will return again unto you, if God will. And he sailed from Ephesus.<a href="/1_corinthians/4-19.htm">1 Corinthians 4:19</a> But I will come to you shortly, if the Lord will, and will know, not the speech of them which are puffed up, but the power.<a href="/james/4-15.htm">James 4:15</a> For that ye ought to say, If the Lord will, we shall live, and do this, or that.and many.<a href="/proverbs/25-13.htm">Proverbs 25:13</a> As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him: for he refresheth the soul of his masters.<a href="/1_corinthians/16-18.htm">1 Corinthians 16:18</a> For they have refreshed my spirit and yours: therefore acknowledge ye them that are such.<a href="/2_corinthians/7-13.htm">2 Corinthians 7:13</a> Therefore we were comforted in your comfort: yea, and exceedingly the more joyed we for the joy of Titus, because his spirit was refreshed by you all.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/romans/15-24.htm">Company</a> <a href="/romans/15-24.htm">Enjoy</a> <a href="/romans/14-10.htm">Find</a> <a href="/romans/15-20.htm">Glad</a> <a href="/romans/15-26.htm">God's</a> <a href="/romans/15-29.htm">Good</a> <a href="/romans/15-14.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/romans/15-13.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/romans/15-16.htm">Order</a> <a href="/romans/15-27.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/amos/5-21.htm">Refreshed</a> <a href="/acts/3-19.htm">Refreshing</a> <a href="/romans/11-15.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/romans/15-4.htm">Time</a> <a href="/romans/15-30.htm">Together</a> <a href="/romans/12-16.htm">Willing</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_corinthians/5-9.htm">Company</a> <a href="/romans/16-23.htm">Enjoy</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/4-19.htm">Find</a> <a href="/romans/16-19.htm">Glad</a> <a href="/romans/16-2.htm">God's</a> <a href="/romans/16-1.htm">Good</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/2-9.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/romans/16-19.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/romans/16-26.htm">Order</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-21.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-18.htm">Refreshed</a> <a href="/psalms/19-7.htm">Refreshing</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-16.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/2-7.htm">Time</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-10.htm">Together</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/4-19.htm">Willing</a><div class="vheading2">Romans 15</div>1. <a href="/romans/15-1.htm">The strong must bear with the weak.</a> 2. <a href="/romans/15-2.htm">We must not please ourselves;</a> 3. <a href="/romans/15-3.htm">for Christ did not so;</a> 7. <a href="/romans/15-7.htm">but receive one another, as Christ did us all;</a> 8. <a href="/romans/15-8.htm">both Jews and Gentiles;</a> 15. <a href="/romans/15-15.htm">Paul excuses his writing;</a> 28. <a href="/romans/15-28.htm">and promises to see them;</a> 30. <a href="/romans/15-30.htm">and requests their prayers.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/romans/15.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/romans/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/romans/15.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>so that by God’s will This phrase emphasizes the apostle Paul's submission to divine sovereignty. Throughout his letters, Paul consistently acknowledges that his plans are subject to God's will (see <a href="/james/4-15.htm">James 4:15</a>). This reflects a deep trust in God's providence and a recognition that human plans are secondary to divine purposes. The concept of God's will is central to Christian theology, underscoring the belief that God is actively involved in the world and in the lives of believers (<a href="/ephesians/1-11.htm">Ephesians 1:11</a>).I may come to you with joy Paul expresses his desire to visit the Roman believers with a sense of joy. This joy is not merely a personal emotion but is rooted in the fellowship and mutual encouragement found within the body of Christ (<a href="/philippians/1-25.htm">Philippians 1:25-26</a>). The joy Paul anticipates is a reflection of the spiritual unity and love that believers share, which transcends cultural and geographical boundaries. Historically, Rome was a significant center of the early church, and Paul's visit would have been a momentous occasion for both him and the Roman Christians.and together with you be refreshed The idea of being refreshed together suggests mutual edification and spiritual renewal. In the context of the early church, gatherings of believers were opportunities for teaching, worship, and encouragement (<a href="/acts/2-42.htm">Acts 2:42-47</a>). This phrase highlights the importance of Christian community and the strength that believers draw from one another. The Greek word used here for "refreshed" can also imply rest and rejuvenation, indicating that Paul saw his time with the Romans as a source of spiritual and emotional replenishment. This reflects the broader biblical theme of rest and renewal found in Christ (<a href="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28-30</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> The apostle who authored the letter to the Romans, expressing his desire to visit the Roman believers. 2. <a href="/topical/r/roman_believers.htm">Roman Believers</a> The recipients of Paul's letter, a diverse group of Jewish and Gentile Christians in Rome. 3. <a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a> The divine orchestrator of Paul’s plans and the source of joy and refreshment. 4. <a href="/topical/j/journey_to_rome.htm">Journey to Rome</a> Paul's intended visit to Rome, which he hopes will be in accordance with God's will. 5. <a href="/topical/r/refreshment.htm">Refreshment</a> The mutual encouragement and spiritual renewal Paul anticipates experiencing with the Roman believers.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_sovereignty_of_god's_will.htm">The Sovereignty of God’s Will</a> Recognize that our plans should align with God's will, seeking His guidance in all our endeavors. <a href="/topical/t/the_joy_of_christian_fellowship.htm">The Joy of Christian Fellowship</a> Understand the importance of fellowship with other believers as a source of joy and spiritual refreshment. <a href="/topical/m/mutual_encouragement.htm">Mutual Encouragement</a> Embrace opportunities to encourage and be encouraged by fellow Christians, fostering a community of support and growth. <a href="/topical/p/prayerful_planning.htm">Prayerful Planning</a> Approach your plans with prayer, asking God to direct your steps and open doors according to His purpose. <a href="/topical/a/anticipation_of_spiritual_growth.htm">Anticipation of Spiritual Growth</a> Look forward to spiritual growth and renewal through interactions with other believers, valuing the shared journey of faith.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_romans_15.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Romans 15</a> <a href="/q/what_is_digital_evangelism.htm">Will the God of hope fill you with joy?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_forgiveness_heal_bitterness.htm">How can bitterness be overcome through forgiveness?</a> <a href="/q/what_resurrected_jesus.htm">How can you maintain hope in difficult times?</a> <a href="/q/what_are_spiritual_blessings.htm">What are spiritual blessings?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/romans/15.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(32) The way in which he was received at Jerusalem would make a great difference to the feelings with which the Apostle would arrive in Rome. A favourable reception in Jerusalem would add much to his enjoyment and benefit from intercourse with the Roman Christians.With you be refreshed.--The Greek word is a rare compound, which is found besides in the LXX. version of <a href="/isaiah/11-6.htm" title="The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatted calf together; and a little child shall lead them.">Isaiah 11:6</a>, "the leopard shall lie down with the kid." The whole phrase ("and may with you be refreshed") is wanting in the Vatican MS. <a href="/commentaries/romans/15-32.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>so that ἵνα (hina) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. by διὰ (dia) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1223.htm">Strong's 1223: </a> A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through. God’s Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. will θελήματος (thelēmatos) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2307.htm">Strong's 2307: </a> An act of will, will; plur: wishes, desires. From the prolonged form of ethelo; a determination, i.e. choice or inclination. I may come ἐλθὼν (elthōn) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2064.htm">Strong's 2064: </a> To come, go. to πρὸς (pros) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4314.htm">Strong's 4314: </a> To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. you ὑμᾶς (hymas) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. with ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. joy χαρᾷ (chara) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5479.htm">Strong's 5479: </a> Joy, gladness, a source of joy. From chairo; cheerfulness, i.e. Calm delight. and together with you be refreshed. συναναπαύσωμαι (synanapausōmai) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Middle - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4875.htm">Strong's 4875: </a> To rest along with. Middle from sun and anapano; to recruit oneself in company with. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/romans/15-32.htm">Romans 15:32 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/romans/15-32.htm">Romans 15:32 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/romans/15-32.htm">Romans 15:32 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/romans/15-32.htm">Romans 15:32 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/romans/15-32.htm">Romans 15:32 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/romans/15-32.htm">Romans 15:32 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/romans/15-32.htm">Romans 15:32 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/romans/15-32.htm">Romans 15:32 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/romans/15-32.htm">Romans 15:32 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/romans/15-32.htm">Romans 15:32 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/romans/15-32.htm">NT Letters: Romans 15:32 That I may come to you (Rom. 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