Romans 12
I. Worthy Living Individually Before God v.1-2
The believer’s response to God’s grace is sacrifice.
Three “upgrades” over the sacrifices of the OT law:
1. Living sacrifice
2. Giving ourselves
3. Offering daily
The believer’s mind, renewed for action.
II. Worthy Living in the Community of Believers v.3-8
Three dimensions of biblical community:
1. Humility – “not to think too highly of himself…” v.3
2. Interdependence – “so
we, who are many, are one body in Christ…” v.5
3. Service – “let us exercise them [our gifts] accordingly…”
v. 6
We are at our best as a church when we strive for humility, recognize our interdependence, and exerciseour unique gifts.
III. Worthy Living Among our Neighbors v.9-21
Hypocrisy is the enemy of love.
Believers should serve with passion, not obligation.
Generosity involves our possessions, our hospitality, and
our time.
