[Romans 15:6] ...is a remarkable statement since it is the only place in the NT where anyone speaks of their own ministry in priestly terms. Priesthood is either affirmed of Jesus, our great High Priest, or of the whole Christian community collectively (1PT 2:9). Priestly imagery is never used of ministry within the church, but Paul here uses it of his evangelistic ministry to the nations.
The Mission of God, p525
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