Conclusion: Paul concludes his letter with information about his travel plans (15:14–33), recommendations of Phoebe (16:1–2), greetings to co-workers in the Roman churches (16:3–16), and an admonition with regard to dangers facing the churches in Rome (16:17–20). Paul describes his missionary work as focused on outreach to pagans. This is the reason why he wants to visit the churches in Rome, whom he hopes to involve in the mission to Spain, which he is planning. The letter ends with additional greetings (16:21–24) and a doxology (16:25–27).

15:14–21 · Paul’s missionary work:The apostle assures the Roman Christians that his long and, on occasion, bold letter does not question their spiritual maturity nor their independence. They are indeed capable of instructing one another (15:14–15). H…