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Romans
12
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Brothers and sisters, in view of all we have just shared about God's compassion, I encourage you to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, dedicated to God and pleasing to him. This kind of worship is appropriate for you.
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Romans
12
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Don't become like the people of this world. Instead, change the way you think. Then you will always be able to determine what God really wants-what is good, pleasing, and perfect.
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Romans
12
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Because of the kindness that God has shown me, I ask you not to think of yourselves more highly than you should. Instead, your thoughts should lead you to use good judgment based on what God has given each of you as believers.
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Romans
12
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Our bodies have many parts, but these parts don't all do the same thing.
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Romans
12
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In the same way, even though we are many individuals, Christ makes us one body and individuals who are connected to each other.
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Romans
12
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God in his kindness gave each of us different gifts. If your gift is speaking God's word, make sure what you say agrees with the Christian faith.
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Romans
12
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If your gift is serving, then devote yourself to serving. If it is teaching, devote yourself to teaching.
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Romans
12
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If it is encouraging others, devote yourself to giving encouragement. If it is sharing, be generous. If it is leadership, lead enthusiastically. If it is helping people in need, help them cheerfully.
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Romans
12
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Love sincerely. Hate evil. Hold on to what is good.
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Romans
12
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Be devoted to each other like a loving family. Excel in showing respect for each other.
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Romans
12
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Don't be lazy in showing your devotion. Use your energy to serve the Lord.
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Romans
12
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Be happy in your confidence, be patient in trouble, and pray continually.
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Romans
12
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Share what you have with God's people who are in need. Be hospitable.
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Romans
12
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14
Bless those who persecute you. Bless them, and don't curse them.
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Romans
12
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15
Be happy with those who are happy. Be sad with those who are sad.
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Romans
12
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Live in harmony with each other. Don't be arrogant, but be friendly to humble people. Don't think that you are smarter than you really are.
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Romans
12
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Don't pay people back with evil for the evil they do to you. Focus your thoughts on those things that are considered noble.
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Romans
12
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As much as it is possible, live in peace with everyone.
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Romans
12
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19
Don't take revenge, dear friends. Instead, let God's anger take care of it. After all, Scripture says, "I alone have the right to take revenge. I will pay back, says the Lord."
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Romans
12
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But, "If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him a drink. If you do this, you will make him feel guilty and ashamed."
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Romans
12
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21
Don't let evil conquer you, but conquer evil with good.