Romans
“Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.”
Romans 15:13
Romans 15:13 (KJV) speaks to hope, joy, and peace — words set in Romans, Paul's fullest letter on the gospel. Read it unhurried, and let it become a prayer you return to.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish.”
Proverbs 10:28“Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope.”
Psalms 16:9“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
John 14:27“And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:7“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counseller, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.”
Isaiah 9:6“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.”
Isaiah 26:3
Common questions
What does Romans 15:13 mean?
In the King James Version, Romans 15:13 reads: "Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost." The verse speaks to hope, joy, and peace. To read it well, take it in the flow of Romans 15 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Romans 15:13 in the King James Version?
Yes. "Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost." is Romans 15:13 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Romans chapter 15.
What are some related Bible verses to Romans 15:13?
Verses that sit beside Romans 15:13 include Proverbs 10:28, Psalms 16:9, and John 14:27. Reading them alongside Romans 15:13 deepens the theme of hope.
How can I pray with Romans 15:13?
Read Romans 15:13 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.