Sermon in a Nutshell: Romans 12:9-21 "Real Christianity"
Romans 12:9-21 gives us a very practical picture of real Christianity.
Romans 12:9: Sincere Love
- Sincerely love.
- Intensely hate evil.
- Tenaciously cling to good.
Romans 12:10-13: Zealous Family Love
4 heart attitudes undergirding obedience to 10 responsibilities:
- Tenderhearted Care: Brotherly Love & Honor (v. 10)
- Enthusiastic Service: Zeal, Attitude, & Servanthood (v. 11)
- Unwavering Hope: Joy, Patience, & Prayer (v. 12)
- Generous Giving: Contributing & Pursuing Hospitality (v. 13)
Romans 12:14-16: Courageous Love
4 Courageous Virtues:
- Mercy (v. 14)
- Empathy (v. 15)
- Harmony (v. 16a)
- Humility (v. 16b)
Romans 12:17-21: Gracious Love
Jesus transforms yielded worshippers into:
- Thinkers (v. 17)
- Peacemakers (v. 18)
- Enemy-Feeders (vv. 19-20)
- Overcomers (v. 21)
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