When therefore I have performed this, and have sealed to them this fruit, I will come by you into Spain.

ROMANS 15:28KJV
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Romans 15:28 (KJV)

What does Romans 15:28 mean?

Romans 15:28 describes Paul’s plan to visit the believers in Rome after he has completed delivering a financial gift to the Christians in Jerusalem and made sure it has been safely received. Paul is telling the Roman church that once his mission to help the Jerusalem believers is finished, he intends to travel to Spain and will stop to see them on the way.

Paul is writing this letter to the church in Rome, explaining his travel plans and his commitment to serving other Christian communities. The “fruit” he mentions refers to the collection of money for the poor believers in Jerusalem, and “sealed” means he will make sure it is securely delivered. This verse shows Paul’s sense of responsibility and his desire to connect with the Roman church as he continues his mission work.

The Greek behind Romans 15:28

  • “sealed” (ἐσφράγισμαι, esphragismai): This word means to confirm, secure, or guarantee something. Paul is emphasizing that he will personally ensure the gift reaches its intended recipients and is properly handled.
  • “fruit” (καρπός, karpos): In this context, “fruit” refers to the tangible result or benefit of the believers’ generosity—a financial offering for the Jerusalem church. It highlights the practical outcome of their faith.
  • “by” (διὰ, dia): The Greek word here carries the sense of “through” or “by way of.” Paul is saying he will travel through Rome on his way to Spain, not just passing by but intending to visit the believers there.

Why Romans 15:28 matters

  • This verse clarifies that Paul’s travel plans are shaped by his sense of duty to other believers, showing his priorities and the practical side of his ministry.
  • The mention of “sealed” and “fruit” emphasizes the importance Paul places on accountability and the proper handling of resources given for the support of others.
  • Romans 15:28 connects Paul’s personal plans to the larger mission of spreading the gospel, showing how local acts of generosity and support are linked to the broader work of the early church.

Where else these words appear

“Spain” Greek G4681 · used in 2 verses

  • Romans 15:24 Whensoever I take my journey into Spain, I will come to you: for I trust to see you in my journey, and to be brought on my way thitherward by you, if first I be somewhat filled with your company.

“performed” Greek G2005 · used in 10 verses

  • Luke 13:32 And he said unto them, Go ye, and tell that fox, Behold, I cast out devils, and I do cures to day and to morrow, and the third day I shall be perfected.
  • 2 Corinthians 8:11 Now therefore perform the doing of it; that as there was a readiness to will, so there may be a performance also out of that which ye have.
  • Hebrews 8:5 Who serve unto the example and shadow of heavenly things, as Moses was admonished of God when he was about to make the tabernacle: for, See, saith he, that thou make all things according to the pattern shewed to thee in the mount.

“sealed” Greek G4972 · used in 17 verses

  • Matthew 27:66 So they went, and made the sepulchre sure, sealing the stone, and setting a watch.
  • Ephesians 1:13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,
  • Revelation 7:6 Of the tribe of Aser were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Nepthalim were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Manasses were sealed twelve thousand.

“fruit” Greek G2590 · used in 56 verses

  • Matthew 3:8 Bring forth therefore fruits meet for repentance:
  • Mark 12:2 And at the season he sent to the husbandmen a servant, that he might receive from the husbandmen of the fruit of the vineyard.
  • John 15:16 Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you.