The book of Romans highlights that, since believers are saved by the God of hope, they will abound in hope (15:13). This hope abounds as the believer is strengthened by the gospel. This was Paul’s desire for the church(es) in Rome. In his hope-filled greeting, he declares that he is thankful (v. 8), prayerful (vv. 9–10), and that he desires to be both useful (vv. 11–12) and faithful (vv. 13–15).