Romans 12 Flashcards
In Romans 12:1 what is described as being a living sacrifice for God?
Offering our bodies and minds
In Romans 12:2 it states “Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world” what is the pattern of this world?
To be self-centered
In Romans 12:2, Paul states that you will be transformed by the renewing of what?
Your mind
In Romans 12:1-2, the lesson that Paul teaches is that you will be able to do what ACT when you are renewed?
Test and approve God’s Will
What is the threefold way God’s will is described in Romans 12:2?
Good, pleasing and perfect
In Romans 12:3-8, why does Paul use the human body to describe the spiritual gifts that each of us have?
To show that each of us are uniquely valuable and each of us have a unique role to play (for instance the ear’s job isn’t to smell, the eye’s job isn’t to hear, etc.)
Is there something humans can do to earn or acquire these gifts?
No
Is there anything humans can do to have these gifts taken away?
No
In Romans 12:5, what does Paul state that each member of our body belongs to?
One another
Once you have decided to trust God’s will, what is the three-pronged continual process God has provided for the purpose of your life?
a. Identify – identify the gifts and talents God has given us
b. Sharpen – Develop the gifts and talents God has given us
c. Apply – Use our gifts and talents to meet the needs of the age
What is meant by love that must be “sincere” in Romans 12:9?
Real, not phony or to make it “look like” you really care so that you will be considered “good”
In Romans 12:12, Paul teaches that we are to be joyful in:
Hope
- In Romans 12:12, Paul teaches that we are to be patient in:
Affliction
In Romans 12:13, Paul teaches that relief from dwelling on our problems and worries is found in what action?
Sharing with people in need and practicing hospitality
Why do the actions in Romans 12:13 release us from dwelling in problems and worry?
Because we are focused on others instead of ourselves
