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Romans 10:14

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
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?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

But wait, how can people call out to someone they don't even believe in? And how can they believe in someone they've never heard of? And how are they gonna hear about it if no one tells them?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Someone has to be the first to speak up, faith spreads through real people sharing real stories.

📚 Historical Context

In the first century AD, the Apostle Paul wrote his letter to the Romans to explain the gospel and address the tension between Jewish and Gentile believers, emphasizing that salvation is available to all through faith in Christ. In Romans 10, Paul is making a logical argument about the process of salvation, showing that people cannot believe in Christ unless they first hear the message of the gospel. This verse underscores the essential role of preachers in a world where the good news must be actively proclaimed.

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