Romans 13:2 - Authoritative Submission Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will bring judgment on themselves. Truth to Learn We are to submit ourselves to those in authority over us, or we will find ourselves resisting what God has put in place....
Romans 13:1 – Civil Submission
Romans 13:1 - Civil Submission Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. Truth to Learn We Christians are to submit to those in authority over us. Behind the Words “Authorities” is...
Romans 12:21 – Good Versus Evil
Romans 12:21 - Good Versus Evil Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Truth to Learn The proper way for a Christian to combat evil is with good. Behind the Words The word translated “overcome” is nikaō, a verb form of the noun nikē, which refers...
Romans 12:20 – Mercy, Not Vengeance
Romans 12:20 - Mercy, Not Vengeance Therefore "If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in so doing you will heap coals of fire on his head." Truth to Learn Do not take vengeance. Instead, show mercy. Behind the Words “Heap” is...
Romans 12:19 – Who’s The Judge
Romans 12:19 - Who's The Judge Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, "Vengeance is Mine, I will repay," says the Lord. Truth to Learn There is only one Judge and we need to let Him do His job. Behind the Words...
Romans 12:18 – Be At Peace
Romans 12:18 - Be At Peace If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. Truth to Learn Christians should be peace-seeking people. Behind the Words The word translated “it is possible” is dunaton, a word we’ve seen before. It refers to “power, authority,...
Romans 12:17 – Reactive or Proactive?
Romans 12:17 - Reactive or Proactive? Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. Truth to Learn We should be benevolently proactive, not selfishly reactive. Behind the Words The word translated “repay” is apodidomi, which is a compound word made up...
Romans 12:16 – Right-minded Thinking
Romans 12:16 - Right-minded Thinking Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion. Truth to Learn Who we compare ourselves to affects what we think of ourselves. Behind the...
Romans 12:15 – Give and Take
Romans 12:15 - Give and Take Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. Truth to Learn Sharing in grief means taking, but sharing in joy means giving. Behind the Words “Rejoice” comes from the Greek word chairo, which means “to be full of cheer, that is,...
Romans 12:14 – Blessing, Not Cursing
Romans 12:14 - Blessing, Not Cursing Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Truth to Learn Being Christ-like is really, really hard - but not impossible. Behind the Words The word translated “bless” is eulogeō, which is a compound word made up of eu, meaning “good or...