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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: The Church in Rome</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/t/the_church_in_rome.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/acts/2-10.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/c/church.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > The Church in Rome</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/t/the_church_in_philemon's_house.htm" title="The Church in Philemon's House">◄</a> The Church in Rome <a href="/topical/t/the_church_in_sardis.htm" title="The Church in Sardis">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Historical Context The Church in Rome holds a significant place in early Christian history, being one of the earliest and most influential Christian communities. The origins of the Roman church are not explicitly detailed in the New Testament, but it is widely believed that the church was established by Jewish Christians who were present in Jerusalem during Pentecost (<a href="/acts/2-10.htm">Acts 2:10</a>) and later returned to Rome. The Apostle Paul’s Epistle to the Romans, written around A.D. 57, provides the most comprehensive theological exposition addressed to this community, indicating its importance and maturity. Paul’s Epistle to the Romans Paul’s letter to the Romans is a foundational text for understanding the doctrines of sin, salvation, grace, faith, righteousness, and the role of the law. In <a href="/romans/1-7.htm">Romans 1:7</a>, Paul addresses the believers in Rome as "loved by God and called to be saints," highlighting their esteemed position in the early church. The epistle systematically presents the gospel, emphasizing that "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (<a href="/romans/3-23.htm">Romans 3:23</a>) and that justification comes through faith in Jesus Christ (<a href="/romans/5.htm">Romans 5:1</a>). Jewish and Gentile Believers The Roman church was composed of both Jewish and Gentile believers, which occasionally led to tensions and the need for mutual understanding. Paul addresses these dynamics, urging unity and acceptance among believers. In <a href="/bsb/romans/11.htm">Romans 11</a>, he speaks of the olive tree as a metaphor for Israel and the Gentiles, illustrating how Gentiles have been grafted into the promises of God. He exhorts both groups to live in harmony, stating, "There is no difference between Jew and Greek; the same Lord is Lord of all" (<a href="/romans/10-12.htm">Romans 10:12</a>). Persecution and Growth The church in Rome faced significant persecution, particularly under Emperor Nero, who blamed Christians for the Great Fire of Rome in A.D. 64. Despite such trials, the church continued to grow and became a central hub for Christian thought and leadership. The steadfastness of Roman Christians in the face of persecution is a testament to their faith and commitment to the gospel. Leadership and Influence Tradition holds that both Peter and Paul were martyred in Rome, further cementing the city’s importance in Christian history. The presence of these apostles in Rome contributed to the church’s authority and influence. Peter’s association with Rome is particularly significant, as he is often considered the first bishop of the city, a role that later evolved into the papacy. Theological Contributions The theological contributions of the Roman church are profound, with the Epistle to the Romans being a cornerstone of Christian doctrine. The letter’s exploration of themes such as the sovereignty of God, the nature of sin, and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit has shaped Christian theology for centuries. <a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28</a>, "And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose" , remains a source of comfort and assurance for believers. Legacy The legacy of the Church in Rome is enduring, influencing both the development of early Christian doctrine and the structure of the church. Its role as a center of theological thought and its perseverance through persecution have left an indelible mark on the history of Christianity. The Roman church’s commitment to the teachings of Christ and the apostles continues to inspire believers around the world.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><a href="/topical/c/church.htm">Church</a><a href="/topical/c/church_and_state.htm">Church and State</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--artaxerxes,_in_exempting_priests,_levites,_and_other_temple_functionaries_from_taxes.htm">Church and State: Artaxerxes, in Exempting Priests, Levites, and Other Temple Functionaries from Taxes</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--attempted_usurpation_of_ecclesiastical_functions_by_civil_authorities,_reproved.htm">Church and State: Attempted Usurpation of Ecclesiastical Functions by Civil Authorities, Reproved</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--david.htm">Church and State: David</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--ecclesiastical_power_superior_to_civil--appoints_kings.htm">Church and State: Ecclesiastical Power Superior to Civil: Appoints Kings</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--ecclesiastical_power_superior_to_civil--directs_administration.htm">Church and State: Ecclesiastical Power Superior to Civil: Directs Administration</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--ecclesiastical_power_superior_to_civil--reproves_rulers.htm">Church and State: Ecclesiastical Power Superior to Civil: Reproves Rulers</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--ecclesiastical_power_superior_to_civil--withdraws_support_and_anoints_a_successor.htm">Church and State: Ecclesiastical Power Superior to Civil: Withdraws Support and Anoints a Successor</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--manasseh,_in_subverting,_and_afterward_restoring,_the_true_religion.htm">Church and State: Manasseh, in Subverting, and Afterward Restoring, the True Religion</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--solomon.htm">Church and State: Solomon</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--state_favorable_to_religion--cyrus,_in_his_proclamation_to_restore_the_temple_at_jerusalem.htm">Church and State: State Favorable to Religion: Cyrus, in his Proclamation to Restore the Temple at Jerusalem</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--state_favorable_to_religion--darius,_in_his_edict_furthering_the_restoration_of_the_temple.htm">Church and State: State Favorable to Religion: Darius, in his Edict Furthering the Restoration of the Temple</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--state_superior_to_religion--ahaz,_in_transforming_the_altars.htm">Church and State: State Superior to Religion: Ahaz, in Transforming the Altars</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--state_superior_to_religion--hezekiah,_in_reorganizing_temple_service.htm">Church and State: State Superior to Religion: Hezekiah, in Reorganizing Temple Service</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--state_superior_to_religion--jehoash,_in_supervising_the_repairs_of_the_temple.htm">Church and State: State Superior to Religion: Jehoash, in Supervising the Repairs of the Temple</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--state_superior_to_religion--jeroboam,_in_subverting_the_jewish_religion.htm">Church and State: State Superior to Religion: Jeroboam, in Subverting the Jewish Religion</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--state_superior_to_religion--josiah,_in_exercising_the_function_of_the_priests_in_the_temple.htm">Church and State: State Superior to Religion: Josiah, in Exercising the Function of the Priests in the Temple</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_and_state--state_superior_to_religion--solomon,_in_thrusting_abiathar_out_of_the_high_priest's_office.htm">Church and State: State Superior to Religion: Solomon, in Thrusting Abiathar out of the High Priest's office</a><a href="/topical/c/church_attendance.htm">Church Attendance</a><a href="/topical/c/church_building.htm">Church Building</a><a href="/topical/c/church_conflict.htm">Church Conflict</a><a href="/topical/c/church_discipline.htm">Church Discipline</a><a href="/topical/c/church_fellowship.htm">Church Fellowship</a><a href="/topical/c/church_finances.htm">Church Finances</a><a href="/topical/c/church_government.htm">Church Government</a><a href="/topical/c/church_growth.htm">Church Growth</a><a href="/topical/c/church_hopping.htm">Church Hopping</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_is_clothed_in_righteousness.htm">Church is Clothed in Righteousness</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_is_edified_by_the_word.htm">Church is Edified by the Word</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_is_glorious.htm">Church is Glorious</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church_is_prayed_for.htm">Church is Prayed For</a><a href="/topical/c/church_leadership.htm">Church Leadership</a><a href="/topical/c/church_life.htm">Church Life</a><a 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href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--called_the--congregation_of_the_lord.htm">Church of Israel: Called The: Congregation of the Lord</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--established_by_god.htm">Church of Israel: Established by God</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--had--a_spiritual_church_within_it.htm">Church of Israel: Had: A Spiritual Church Within It</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--had--an_appointed_place_of_worship.htm">Church of Israel: Had: An Appointed Place of Worship</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--had--an_ordained_ministry.htm">Church of Israel: Had: An Ordained Ministry</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--had--appointed_feasts.htm">Church of Israel: Had: Appointed Feasts</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--had--appointed_ordinances.htm">Church of Israel: Had: Appointed Ordinances</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--had--the_divine_presence_manifested_in_it.htm">Church of Israel: Had: The Divine Presence Manifested in It</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--members_of_excommunicated_for_heavy_offenses.htm">Church of Israel: Members of Excommunicated for Heavy Offenses</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--members_of_required_to_attend_its_worship.htm">Church of Israel: Members of Required to Attend Its Worship</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--members_of_required_to_keeps_its_statutes.htm">Church of Israel: Members of Required to Keeps Its Statutes</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--members_of_required_to_know_its_statutes.htm">Church of Israel: Members of Required to Know Its Statutes</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--members_of_separated_from,_while_unclean.htm">Church of Israel: Members of Separated From, While Unclean</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--persons_excluded_from.htm">Church of Israel: Persons Excluded From</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--privileges_of.htm">Church of Israel: Privileges of</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--proselytes_admitted_into.htm">Church of Israel: Proselytes Admitted Into</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--supported_by_the_people.htm">Church of Israel: Supported by the People</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--the_depository_of_holy_writ.htm">Church of Israel: The Depository of Holy Writ</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--worship_of,_consisted_in_praise.htm">Church of Israel: Worship of, Consisted in Praise</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--worship_of,_consisted_in_prayer.htm">Church of Israel: Worship of, Consisted in Prayer</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--worship_of,_consisted_in_preaching.htm">Church of Israel: Worship of, Consisted in Preaching</a><a href="/topical/ttt/c/church_of_israel--worship_of,_consisted_in_reading_god's_word.htm">Church of Israel: Worship of, Consisted in Reading God's Word</a><a 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href="/topical/naves/c/church--branch_of_god's_planting.htm">Church: Branch of God's Planting</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--bride_of_christ.htm">Church: Bride of Christ</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--called_courts.htm">Church: Called Courts</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--called_the_congregation_in_the_o._t._(k._j._v._and_others).htm">Church: Called the Congregation in the O. T. (K. J. V. And Others)</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--christ,_head_of.htm">Church: Christ, Head of</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--christian,_divinely_established.htm">Church: Christian, Divinely Established</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--christ's_love_for.htm">Church: Christ's Love For</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--church_of_god.htm">Church: Church of God</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--church_of_the_firstborn.htm">Church: Church of the Firstborn</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--church_of_the_living_god.htm">Church: Church of the Living God</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--city_of_the_living_god.htm">Church: City of the Living God</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--congregation.htm">Church: Congregation</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--congregation_of_saints.htm">Church: Congregation of Saints</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--congregation_of_the_lord's_poor.htm">Church: Congregation of the Lord's Poor</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--corruption_in.htm">Church: Corruption In</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--dear_to_god.htm">Church: Dear to God</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--decrees_of.htm">Church: Decrees of</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--defiling_of,_will_be_punished.htm">Church: Defiling of, Will be Punished</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--design_of.htm">Church: Design of</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--dissensions_in.htm">Church: Dissensions In</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--divisions_in,_to_be_shunned.htm">Church: Divisions In, to be Shunned</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--dove.htm">Church: Dove</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--duty_of,_to_ministers.htm">Church: Duty of, to Ministers</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--extent_of,_predicted.htm">Church: Extent of, Predicted</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--family_in_heaven_and_earth.htm">Church: Family in Heaven and Earth</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--flock_of_god.htm">Church: Flock of God</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--fold_of_christ.htm">Church: Fold of Christ</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--general_assembly_of_the_firstborn_(people).htm">Church: General Assembly of the Firstborn (People)</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--god_defends.htm">Church: God Defends</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--god_provides_ministers_for.htm">Church: God Provides Ministers For</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--god's_building.htm">Church: God's Building</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--god's_heritage.htm">Church: God's Heritage</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--god's_husbandry_(farm).htm">Church: God's Husbandry (Farm)</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--golden_candlestick_(lampstand).htm">Church: Golden Candlestick (Lampstand)</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--government_of,_mosaic_and_christian.htm">Church: Government of, Mosaic and Christian</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--habitation_of_god.htm">Church: Habitation of God</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--harmonious_fellowship_of.htm">Church: Harmonious Fellowship of</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--heavenly_jerusalem.htm">Church: Heavenly Jerusalem</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--his_kingdom.htm">Church: His Kingdom</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--holy.htm">Church: Holy</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--holy_city.htm">Church: Holy City</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--holy_hill.htm">Church: Holy Hill</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--holy_mountain.htm">Church: Holy Mountain</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--holy_place.htm">Church: Holy Place</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--holy_temple.htm">Church: Holy Temple</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--house_of_christ.htm">Church: House of Christ</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--house_of_god.htm">Church: House of God</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--house_of_prayer.htm">Church: House of Prayer</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--house_of_the_lord.htm">Church: House of the Lord</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--household_of_god.htm">Church: Household of God</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--inheritance.htm">Church: Inheritance</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--israel_of_god.htm">Church: Israel of God</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--kingdom_of_god.htm">Church: Kingdom of God</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--kingdom_of_heaven.htm">Church: Kingdom of Heaven</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--king's_daughter.htm">Church: King's Daughter</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--lamb's_bride.htm">Church: Lamb's Bride</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--lamb's_wife.htm">Church: Lamb's Wife</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--list_of_congregations_of_christians--antioch.htm">Church: List of Congregations of Christians: Antioch</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--list_of_congregations_of_christians--asia.htm">Church: List of Congregations of Christians: Asia</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--list_of_congregations_of_christians--babylon.htm">Church: List of Congregations of Christians: Babylon</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--list_of_congregations_of_christians--caesarea.htm">Church: List of Congregations of Christians: Caesarea</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--list_of_congregations_of_christians--cenchrea.htm">Church: List of Congregations of Christians: Cenchrea</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--list_of_congregations_of_christians--cilicia.htm">Church: List of Congregations of Christians: Cilicia</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--list_of_congregations_of_christians--corinth.htm">Church: List of Congregations of Christians: Corinth</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--list_of_congregations_of_christians--ephesus.htm">Church: List of Congregations of Christians: Ephesus</a><a href="/topical/naves/c/church--list_of_congregations_of_christians--galatia.htm">Church: List of Congregations of Christians: Galatia</a><a 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