The Portrait of a Christian Woman
T. S. Dickson, M.A. Romans 16:10-11 Salute Apelles approved in Christ. Salute them which are of Aristobulus' household.… Persis was — I. A CHRISTIAN. 1. She occupies a place in a list of Christians. 2. She must have been "in Christ," or she could not have laboured for Him. II. A LOVABLE CHRISTIAN. Not merely known to and esteemed by Paul, but one whose sweet disposition endeared her to all with whom she came in contact. Christians should manifest the power of grace in their tempers. The more real and deep the inner, the more sweet and lovable the outer life. Like Christ, because in Christ. III. AN ACTIVE CHRISTIAN. The words imply labour that brings weakness and weariness — not kid-gloved philanthropy, but genuine and persevering Christian toil. What a noble sphere for like-minded Christian women still. Let them, then, especially those free from absorbing domestic duties, seek to become followers of Persis. (T. S. Dickson, M.A.) Parallel Verses KJV: Salute Apelles approved in Christ. Salute them which are of Aristobulus' household. WEB: Greet Apelles, the approved in Christ. Greet those who are of the household of Aristobulus.