3 concerning his Son, who was born a descendant of David according to the flesh,
4 who was declared Son of God in power according to the Holy Spirit by the resurrection from the dead of Jesus Christ our Lord,
5 through whom we have received grace and apostleship for the obedience of faith among all the Gentiles on behalf of his name,
6 among whom you also are the called of Jesus Christ.
7 To all those in Rome who are loved by God, called to be saints. Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
8 First, I give thanks to my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is being proclaimed in the whole world.
9 For God, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, is my witness, how constantly I make mention of you,