15:26-29
Paul mentions the contribution made by the Macedonians towards the poor in Jerusalem. He mentions this because it shows other Christians supporting the Jewish Christians in a practical way. Paul knows, and is keen to stress, the heritage that all Christians have inherited from the Jews. After taking the gift to Jerusalem Paul would visit Rome and then Spain. As we know from Acts, things proved to be much more complicated, though Paul did get to Rome eventually. None of us, not even Paul, know everything that is going to happen!
15:30-33
Paul then urges the Roman Christians to pray for him, to join him in his struggle. Spreading the gospel and building up the church is a battle. Paul knew that he would face opposition from unbelievers in Jerusalem, and this proved to be the case. 15:33 sort of marks a conclusion of the letter, though it is followed by a whole list of greetings.
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