Romans 12:1 states, "Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship." This verse highlights the holistic nature of spiritual service, emphasizing that it involves ...
Verse (Click for Chapter) New International VersionTherefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.New Living TranslationAnd so, dear brothers and sisters, I ...
Interestingly, while illuminating steps we can take toward loving our enemies, both men referenced the practical needs of self-defense and fighting against an adversary when necessary. With a brief summary of Church History, Professor Beldio asserted his preference for sustaining the “JUST WAR THEOR...
Like the wise men we should ask the question, “Where is He?,” seek Him until we find Him, worship Him, and give the gift of our lives to Him. Then, like the shepherds, we should tell everybody the very Good News that Christmas has come and Christmas is coming again to this othe...
ThisIsraelite and the prostitute went into the alcove and proceeded to give worshipto Baal by the act of intercourse right in the full sight of Moses andAaron. Aaron and Moses stood there looking at them totally dumbfounded,doing nothing. But Phineas rises up, imbued with a spirit of jealous...
1 John 5:13-21– How can you be confident that God will answer your requests (See 1 John 3:22)? How are John’s emphasis on love for others and the recommended prayer in verse 16 related (See verse 16 with Luke 12:10)? What three great truths does John know?
In his earthly life, Jesus eschewed opportunities for political or earthly power. While praying in the desert, the devil offered to give Jesus all the kingdoms of the world, but Jesus said, “Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only” (Matt. 4:8-10). At another time, one group...
Romans 12:1 highlights the radical demands of Christian service. Romans 12:1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship.[8] ...
Unity in the Body of ChristThe relationship between Jewish and Gentile believers serves as a model for unity and mutual support within the church, transcending cultural and ethnic differences.Generosity as WorshipGiving to support fellow believers is an act of worship and gratitude, acknowledging God...
Romans 12:1 urges believers, "Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship." This verse highlights the holistic nature of worship, encompassing both adoration and ...