Romans 12

Living Sacrifices

1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holyHoly: ἅγιος (Hagios). The Greek hagios (ἅγιος) denotes holiness—moral purity and separation unto God. Believers are called 'saints' (hagioi), those set apart for God through Christ's sanctifying work., acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. References God: Romans 6:13, 12:2, 1 Thessalonians 4:1. Holy: Romans 6:19, 1 Peter 2:5. Parallel theme: Romans 6:16, Psalms 19:14, 116:12, 2 Corinthians 4:16, Ephesians 4:1 +5

2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally.. References God: Romans 12:1, Psalms 51:10, 1 Peter 4:2. Parallel theme: Romans 13:14, Ezekiel 36:26, John 15:19, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 5:17, Colossians 3:10, 1 Peter 1:14 +5

Gifts of Grace

3 For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faithFaith: πίστις (Pistis). The Greek pistis (πίστις) denotes faith, belief, or trust—confidence in God's character and promises. It's both intellectual assent and relational trust, central to justification (Romans 5:1).. Grace: Micah 6:8, James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5. References God: 1 Peter 4:11. Parallel theme: Romans 12:16, Proverbs 26:12, Ecclesiastes 7:16, Galatians 6:3, 1 Peter 4:7, 5:8 +5

4 For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office: Parallel theme: 1 Corinthians 12:4, 12:27, Ephesians 4:4

5 So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another. Parallel theme: 1 Corinthians 10:17, 12:20, Ephesians 4:25, Colossians 2:19

6 Having then gifts differing according to the graceGrace: χάρις (Charis). The Greek charis (χάρις) denotes unmerited divine favor—God's kindness toward the undeserving. Salvation is 'by grace through faith' (Ephesians 2:8), not human merit. that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith; Prophecy: 1 Corinthians 14:1, Ephesians 4:11. Faith: Romans 12:3, 1 Corinthians 13:2. Parallel theme: Romans 1:11, 1 Corinthians 7:7

7 Or ministry, let us wait on our ministering: or he that teacheth, on teaching; Parallel theme: Psalms 51:13, Isaiah 21:8, Acts 6:1, 13:1, 20:20, 20:28, Ephesians 4:11, Colossians 4:17, 1 Timothy 5:17, 2 Timothy 4:2 +5

8 Or he that exhorteth, on exhortation: he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity; he that ruleth, with diligence; he that sheweth mercy, with cheerfulness. Parallel theme: Acts 13:15, 15:32, 1 Corinthians 12:28, 14:3, 2 Corinthians 9:7, 1 Timothy 5:17, Hebrews 10:25, 13:17 +3

Marks of the True Christian

9 Let loveLove: ἀγάπη (Agape). The Greek agape (ἀγάπη) denotes self-sacrificial, unconditional love—the highest form of love, characterizing God's nature (1 John 4:8) and the love Christians are called to demonstrate. be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. Evil: Psalms 34:14, 101:3. Love: Psalms 97:10, Amos 5:15, 2 Corinthians 8:8, 1 Timothy 1:5, 1 Peter 1:22, 4:8. Good: 1 Thessalonians 5:21. Parallel theme: Hebrews 12:14 +5

10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; Love: Galatians 5:13, 5:22, 1 Thessalonians 4:9, Hebrews 13:1, 1 Peter 1:22, 2:17, 2 Peter 1:7, 1 John 4:11. Parallel theme: Psalms 133:1, Philippians 2:3 +5

11 Not slothful in business; fervent in spiritSpirit: πνεῦμα (Pneuma). The Greek pneuma (πνεῦμα) means spirit, wind, or breath—the immaterial aspect of persons. The Holy Spirit (Pneuma Hagion) is the third person of the Trinity, dwelling in believers.; serving the Lord; References Lord: Acts 20:19. Spirit: Acts 18:25, 1 Peter 1:22. Sin: Proverbs 22:29, Matthew 24:12, 1 Peter 4:8. Parallel theme: Proverbs 10:26, 13:4, Ephesians 4:28, Hebrews 12:28 +5

12 Rejoicing in hopeHope: ἐλπίς (Elpis). The Greek elpis (ἐλπίς) denotes hope—confident expectation of good. This hope is 'an anchor of the soul' (Hebrews 6:19), grounded in Christ's resurrection and the believer's future inheritance (1 Peter 1:3-4).; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; Hope: Romans 15:13. Prayer: Colossians 4:2. Parallel theme: Psalms 62:8, Philippians 4:4, Hebrews 6:12, 6:15, 10:36, 12:1, James 5:7, 1 Peter 4:13 +5

13 Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. Holy: 2 Corinthians 9:12, Hebrews 6:10. Parallel theme: Matthew 25:35, Acts 4:35, Galatians 6:10, 1 Timothy 3:2, Hebrews 13:2, 13:16, 1 Peter 4:9, 1 John 3:17 +5

14 Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. Blessing: Matthew 5:44, Luke 6:28, James 3:10, 1 Peter 3:9. Parallel theme: Romans 12:21, Luke 23:34, Acts 7:60, 1 Thessalonians 5:15 +3

15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. Parallel theme: Job 30:25, Jeremiah 9:1, Luke 1:58, 1 Corinthians 12:26, Hebrews 13:3

16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. Parallel theme: Romans 11:25, 12:3, 15:5, Proverbs 3:7, 26:12, Isaiah 5:21, 1 Corinthians 3:18, 2 Corinthians 13:11, Hebrews 13:5, 1 Peter 3:8 +5

17 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. Evil: Romans 14:16, Proverbs 20:22, Matthew 5:39, 1 Thessalonians 5:15, 5:22, 1 Peter 2:12, 3:9, 3:16. Parallel theme: Romans 12:19, Colossians 4:5 +5

18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. Peace: Romans 14:19, Psalms 34:14, Proverbs 12:20, Matthew 5:9, Mark 9:50, 2 Corinthians 13:11, Galatians 5:22, 2 Timothy 2:22, Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 3:11 +5

19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint.. Judgment: Hebrews 10:30. References Lord: Proverbs 20:22, 1 Thessalonians 4:6. Love: Leviticus 19:18. Parallel theme: Romans 12:14, 12:17, Deuteronomy 32:35, 32:43, Proverbs 24:29, Matthew 5:39 +5

20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. Parallel theme: 1 Samuel 26:21, 2 Kings 6:22, Psalms 120:4, 140:10, Matthew 5:44, Luke 6:27

21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. Evil: 1 Peter 3:9. Parallel theme: Proverbs 16:32