Romans 12:9–21 “Ways to show love” Part 2

The following is the thirtieth week’s lesson. Paul continues teaching us how to show our love as people who have received God’s grace. Join us next week as we consider a Christian’s view of the government (Romans 13).

Romans 12

^9 Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good. ^10 Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; ^11 not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; ^12 rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer; ^13 distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality.

^14 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. ^15 Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. ^16 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.

^17 Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. ^18 If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. ^19 Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord. ^20 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.”

^21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.

Paul continues teaching us how to show our love as people who have received God’s grace.