New Testament

Romans 10:14

The Clear Bible Translation matches the King James Version, written at a 10th-grade reading level in plain English

At a Glance

In this verse, Paul emphasizes the importance of preaching the Gospel for people to come to faith in Christ.

Author: Paul the apostle
Written: Around AD 57
Genre: Letter (epistle)
Original Audience: Christians in Rome

CBTClear Bible Translation

How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how will they believe in him of whom they have not heard? And how will they hear without someone preaching?

KJVKing James Version

How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher?

Verse Analysis

Plain-English insight for readers

In this verse, Paul emphasizes the importance of preaching the Gospel for people to come to faith in Christ. He poses a series of rhetorical questions to highlight that belief in Jesus is impossible without first hearing about Him. If someone has not heard the message of salvation, they cannot believe in it. This underscores the necessity of evangelism and the role of preachers in sharing the good news. The sequence is clear: people must hear the message, then they can believe, and finally, they can call on the Lord for salvation. This verse serves as a reminder that the spread of the Gospel is essential for faith to grow in individuals and communities. It calls believers to take action in sharing their faith, ensuring that others have the opportunity to hear about Jesus and respond to His call.

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How to apply Romans 10:14 to your life

As believers, we are called to share the message of Jesus with others. This verse challenges us to consider how we can effectively communicate our faith and ensure that those around us have the opportunity to hear about Christ. Look for opportunities to share your testimony or invite others to church.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick, clear answers about this verse

What does Romans 10:14 mean?

Romans 10:14 emphasizes that people cannot call on Jesus for salvation unless they first believe in Him, which requires hearing about Him. This highlights the critical role of preaching the Gospel to enable faith.

What is the meaning of preaching in Romans 10:14?

In Romans 10:14, preaching refers to the act of sharing the message of Jesus Christ so that others can hear it. This is essential for people to believe and ultimately call on Him for salvation.

Why is evangelism important according to Romans 10:14?

Romans 10:14 shows that evangelism is crucial because it provides the opportunity for people to hear about Jesus, which is necessary for them to believe and seek salvation.

How does Romans 10:14 relate to faith?

Romans 10:14 connects faith to the act of hearing the Gospel, indicating that belief in Jesus is dependent on receiving the message through preaching.

Book Summary

The Book of Romans

Romans 1: Paul's Greeting and the Wrath of God Against Ungodliness

Paul introduces himself as a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle and separated to preach the gospel of God. He says this gospel concerns God's Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who is made of the seed of David according to the flesh and declared to be the Son of God with power by the resurrection from the dead. Paul explains that through Christ he receives grace and apostleship to bring about obedience of faith among all nations. He addresses the believers in Rome as those loved by God and called to be saints, and he gives thanks for their faith, which is spoken of throughout the whole world. He tells them he prays continually to visit them and longs to see them so he may share a spiritual gift and be comforted together with them by mutual faith.

Paul says he is ready to preach the gospel in Rome and declares he is not ashamed of it, because it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. He states that the righteousness of God is revealed in the gospel from faith to faith. He then describes the wrath of God revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men who suppress the truth. He says people know God through creation, yet they do not glorify him as God. Their thinking becomes empty, and their foolish heart is darkened. They exchange the glory of the incorruptible God for images of corruptible creatures. God gives them over to uncleanness, dishonorable passions, and a reprobate mind. They fill themselves with all manner of unrighteousness and continue in these things while approving others who do the same. Romans 2: God's Righteous Judgment Paul addresses a person who judges others and says that anyone who judges commits the same kinds of sins. He warns that God's judgment is according to truth and that those who continue in evil will not escape. He explains that God will render to every man according to his deeds: eternal life to those who continue in well-doing, and indignation and wrath to those who obey unrighteousness. He says there is no respect of persons with God. Gentiles who sin without the law perish without the law, and Jews who sin under the law are judged by the law.

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