Romans 16:17-19

Holman Christian Standard Bible

Warning against Divisive People

¹⁷ Now I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause dissensions and obstacles contrary to the doctrine you have learned.^(A) Avoid them,^{(B) 18} for such people do not serve our Lord Christ^(C) but their own appetites.^[a](D) They deceive the hearts of the unsuspecting with smooth talk and flattering words.^(E)

Paul’s Gracious Conclusion

¹⁹ The report of your obedience has reached everyone.^(F) Therefore I rejoice over you. But I want you to be wise about what is good, yet innocent about what is evil.^(G)