“After Jim Elliot and four other missionaries were killed by Huaorani tribesmen in 1956, no one expected what happened next. Jim’s wife, Elisabeth, their young daughter, and another missionary’s sister willingly chose to make their home among the very people who killed their loved ones. They spent several years living in the Huaorani community, learning […]
In the previous verses, the Apostle Paul addressed our reaction to those who mistreat us. He told us not to retaliate by returning evil for evil. Instead, we are to prepare an excellent response to aggression. Paul admitted that it is not always possible to live in peace, as some people are determined to agitate. […]
Calming Aggression 9 October 2022 AM – Romans 12:17-18 – Rom2022 – Scott Childs Introduction: What are we to do when people are eager to fight, and are trying to stir us up. It might be your boss, a colleague, your spouse, your child or your neighbour. He just keeps pushing all your irritation buttons. […]
We regularly interact with other Christians. However, we do not always interact with others as the Lord desires. Transition In our text this morning, the Apostle Paul addresses four responsibilities that Christians have in order to interact biblically. Our first responsibility is to … Be of the same mind one toward another. What is Paul […]
Most of us can remember a time as a child when we got hurt and Mum came to our rescue with tender empathy. Her hug and loving kiss could do wonders. Similarly, God calls every Christian to show Christian empathy toward those who rejoice or weep. Transition Read Romans 12:15. This text gives us two […]
“This Book will keep you from sin, or sin will keep you from this Book.” – Unknown Transition This morning, first, I am going to give you Eight Tips to Improve Your Bible study, and then we will practice together. Eight Tips to Improve Your Bible Study Ask God to Increase Your Desire A child […]
In 1 Samuel 24 and 1 Samuel 26 God records two incidences when David, being pursued and persecuted by King Saul, had the opportunity to kill Saul, yet both times he spared his life. David rewarded him good for evil. He blessed Saul rather than cursing him. Read Romans 12:14. The word translated persecute means […]
It is always a blessing to have a fellow-Christian offer help when we are in need emotionally, physically, financially or spiritually. God wants us to make it a habit to meet the needs of the saints. Transition Read Romans 12:13. In this verse, Paul presents our duty to meet the needs of saints, and then […]
We live in troubled times. The war in Ukraine is disturbing. China’s escalating threats to Taiwan are troubling. Some Australians fear that China may attack us. Political battles, corruption, and extreme political weakness in the USA is a great concern. Moral corruption in our society is at a peak. Addictions from drugs to porn are […]
When you are having difficulty doing something you do not understand and someone gives you clear instructions that make the task easy to understand and do, that is exciting. Our text does just that. Read Romans 12:11. If you are a Christian, God wants you to know that you are His servant and that you […]