Posts with the tag “romans”

Romans 12’s emphasis on not repaying evil for evil (12:17) flows into chapter 13’s warning against rebellion, which invites self-judgment (13:2). Instead of taking justice into our own hands, we learn to trust God’s ordained structures, even when they are imperfect. Doing right frees us from fear of governing authorities (13:3), echoing the spirit-filled, Christ-centered, conscience-driven life in both chapters.  Read More

As recipients of unmerited grace, we are called to respond not with mere obligation, but with a renewed mind that mirrors God's character (Rom. 12:1–2).  Read More

In a move that can only seem sacrilegious to some in modern churches of Christ, Paul takes a Christ-centered hermeneutical approach to what Moses clearly taught in Deuteronomy 30:11-14.  Read More

The remedy isn't less privilege—it's humility in the face of privilege. Every spiritual advantage we've received is an undeserved gift, not a badge of superiority. Every moment of worship, every sermon heard, every prayer answered should drive us to our knees in gratitude, not puff us up with pride.  Read More