“to bring about” This is a second use of eis in a purpose context (cf. v. 1). The gospel restores the image of God in mankind through faith in Jesus. This allows the original purpose of God to be manifested, which is intimate fellowship with a people who reflect His character (cf. v. 7). © NASB, JB “the obedience of faith” NKJV “for obedience to the faith” NRSV “to bring about the obedience of faith” TEV “to believe and obey” This is the first usage of the pivotal term, “faith,” in Romans. It is