Thematic Bible
Romans 12:1 (show verse)
Being Devoted to God » Should be » With our bodies
Being Devoted to God » Grounded upon » The mercies of God
the Burnt offering » Illustrative of » Being Devoted to God
divine Call » Heal persecution of » To consecration
Christianity » Characteristics of » 10 a sacrifice
Conformity » What not to be conformed to
Consecration » A call to personal
Consecration » Personal
Dedication » Personal of offerings » Acceptable
Giving and gifts » What should be given to the lord
Holiness » Commanded
Holiness » Motives to » The mercies of God
Holiness » Saints » Should present their bodies to God in
Spiritual life » Should animate the services of saints
Newness » Renewing yourself
Offerings » Acceptable
Offerings » Figurative
Proof » What to prove
Sacrifice » Sacrificing yourself for the lord
Sacrifices » Figurative
Sacrifices » Illustrative of » Devotedness
The Surrendered life » Consecration » A call to personal
Being Devoted to God » Grounded upon » The mercies of God
the Burnt offering » Illustrative of » Being Devoted to God
divine Call » Heal persecution of » To consecration
Christianity » Characteristics of » 10 a sacrifice
Conformity » What not to be conformed to
Consecration » A call to personal
Consecration » Personal
Dedication » Personal of offerings » Acceptable
Giving and gifts » What should be given to the lord
Holiness » Commanded
Holiness » Motives to » The mercies of God
Holiness » Saints » Should present their bodies to God in
Spiritual life » Should animate the services of saints
Newness » Renewing yourself
Offerings » Acceptable
Offerings » Figurative
Proof » What to prove
Sacrifice » Sacrificing yourself for the lord
Sacrifices » Figurative
Sacrifices » Illustrative of » Devotedness
The Surrendered life » Consecration » A call to personal
Romans 12:2 (show verse)
And do not be conformed to this world [any longer with its superficial values and customs], but be transformed and progressively changed [as you mature spiritually] by the renewing of your mind [focusing on godly values and ethical attitudes], so that you may prove [for yourselves] what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect [in His plan and purpose for you].
Conformity » What not to be conformed to
Duty » Formation (making) » Life to be transformed, not conformed
Formation » Life to be transformed, not conformed
Giving and gifts » What should be given to the lord
God » Will of, submission to » Tends to spiritual knowledge
Holiness » Motives to » The mercies of God
The law of God » Described as » Perfect
New » Man » Strengthened and renewed by the holy spirit
Newness » Renewing yourself
Proof » What to prove
Sacrifice » Sacrificing yourself for the lord
Spiritual » Renewal » Man, strengthened and renewed by the holy spirit
The Surrendered life » Submission to the divine will » Tends to spiritual knowledge
Will » Of God, the supreme rule of duty
Will » God's, submission to » Tends to spiritual knowledge
Worldliness » Warnings against
Duty » Formation (making) » Life to be transformed, not conformed
Formation » Life to be transformed, not conformed
Giving and gifts » What should be given to the lord
God » Will of, submission to » Tends to spiritual knowledge
Holiness » Motives to » The mercies of God
The law of God » Described as » Perfect
New » Man » Strengthened and renewed by the holy spirit
Newness » Renewing yourself
Proof » What to prove
Sacrifice » Sacrificing yourself for the lord
Spiritual » Renewal » Man, strengthened and renewed by the holy spirit
The Surrendered life » Submission to the divine will » Tends to spiritual knowledge
Will » Of God, the supreme rule of duty
Will » God's, submission to » Tends to spiritual knowledge
Worldliness » Warnings against
Romans 12:3 (show verse)
For by the grace [of God] given to me I say to everyone of you not to think more highly of himself [and of his importance and ability] than he ought to think; but to think so as to have sound judgment, as God has apportioned to each a degree of faith [and a purpose designed for service].
Romans 12:4 (show verse)
For just as in one [physical] body we have many parts, and these parts do not all have the same function or special use,
Romans 12:5 (show verse)
so we, who are many, are [nevertheless just] one body in Christ, and individually [we are] parts one of another [mutually dependent on each other].
Body » The body of Christ
Charity » How to give
Church » Unity of
Church » Body of Christ » Called the body of Christ
The church » Unity of
Giving and gifts » Spiritual gifts
Names » Of the church » Body of Christ
Prophecy and prophets » How to prophesy
Selfishness » Inconsistent with communion of saints
Unity » In Christ
Charity » How to give
Church » Unity of
Church » Body of Christ » Called the body of Christ
The church » Unity of
Giving and gifts » Spiritual gifts
Names » Of the church » Body of Christ
Prophecy and prophets » How to prophesy
Selfishness » Inconsistent with communion of saints
Unity » In Christ
Romans 12:6 (show verse)
Since we have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, each of us is to use them accordingly: if [someone has the gift of] prophecy, [let him speak a new message from God to His people] in proportion to the faith possessed;
Body » The body of Christ
Charity » How to give
Church » Is edified by the word
Endowments » Diversity of
Gifts » Seven gifts of Christ to believers » Diversity of, to men
the Gifts of God » Are dispensed according to his will
Giving and gifts » Spiritual gifts
God » Gifts of » Diversity of
Prophecy and prophets » How to prophesy
Charity » How to give
Church » Is edified by the word
Endowments » Diversity of
Gifts » Seven gifts of Christ to believers » Diversity of, to men
the Gifts of God » Are dispensed according to his will
Giving and gifts » Spiritual gifts
God » Gifts of » Diversity of
Prophecy and prophets » How to prophesy
Romans 12:7 (show verse)
if service, in the act of serving; or he who teaches, in the act of teaching;
Romans 12:8 (show verse)
or he who encourages, in the act of encouragement; he who gives, with generosity; he who leads, with diligence; he who shows mercy [in caring for others], with cheerfulness.
Alms » Commandments and practices concerning
Benevolence » Examples of systematic » With simplicity
Body » The body of Christ
Business life » Business virtues » Diligence
Charity » How to give
Diligence » Business
Giving » Scriptural rules for » With simplicity
Giving » Systematic » With simplicity
Giving and gifts » Spiritual gifts
Liberality » Should be exercised » With simplicity
Magistrates » Should » Be diligent in ruling
Mercy » Should be shown » With cheerfulness
Simplicity » Should be exhibited » In acts of benevolence
Virtues » Business » Diligence
Benevolence » Examples of systematic » With simplicity
Body » The body of Christ
Business life » Business virtues » Diligence
Charity » How to give
Diligence » Business
Giving » Scriptural rules for » With simplicity
Giving » Systematic » With simplicity
Giving and gifts » Spiritual gifts
Liberality » Should be exercised » With simplicity
Magistrates » Should » Be diligent in ruling
Mercy » Should be shown » With cheerfulness
Simplicity » Should be exhibited » In acts of benevolence
Virtues » Business » Diligence
Romans 12:9 (show verse)
Love is to be sincere and active [the real thing—without guile and hypocrisy]. Hate what is evil [detest all ungodliness, do not tolerate wickedness]; hold on tightly to what is good.
Abhorrence » What to » abhor
Brethren » Duty to » Sincere
Brotherly love » Special teachings concerning » Sincere
Cleaving » What to cleave to
Duty » To brethren » Sincere
Evil » Hating evil
Hate » What to hate
Love » Love, brotherly special teachings concerning » Sincere
Love » Special teachings concerning » Sincere
Love » Not faking love
Love to man » Saints should » Be sincere in
Sin » Should be » Abhorred
Sincerity » Should characterize » Our love to one another
Social duties » Brotherly love » Sincere
Brethren » Duty to » Sincere
Brotherly love » Special teachings concerning » Sincere
Cleaving » What to cleave to
Duty » To brethren » Sincere
Evil » Hating evil
Hate » What to hate
Love » Love, brotherly special teachings concerning » Sincere
Love » Special teachings concerning » Sincere
Love » Not faking love
Love to man » Saints should » Be sincere in
Sin » Should be » Abhorred
Sincerity » Should characterize » Our love to one another
Social duties » Brotherly love » Sincere
Romans 12:10 (show verse)
Be devoted to one another with [authentic] brotherly affection [as members of one family], give preference to one another in honor;
Affections » Should be set upon the people of God
Affections » Should be set » Upon the people of God
Brotherly kindness » Encouraged
Christian conduct » Loving one another
Christian conduct » Honoring others
Honor » Who to honor
Kindness » Encouraged
Kindness » Being kind
Laziness » Not being lazy
Love to man » Should be connected with brotherly-kindness
Patience » Being patient
Prayer » Praying continually
Rejoice » What to rejoice in
Respect » To one another
Social duties » Fidelity in business » Kindness, encouraged
Affections » Should be set » Upon the people of God
Brotherly kindness » Encouraged
Christian conduct » Loving one another
Christian conduct » Honoring others
Honor » Who to honor
Kindness » Encouraged
Kindness » Being kind
Laziness » Not being lazy
Love to man » Should be connected with brotherly-kindness
Patience » Being patient
Prayer » Praying continually
Rejoice » What to rejoice in
Respect » To one another
Social duties » Fidelity in business » Kindness, encouraged
Romans 12:11 (show verse)
never lagging behind in diligence; aglow in the Spirit, enthusiastically serving the Lord;
Being Devoted to God » Should be exhibited in » Serving God
Business life » Fidelity » Industry
Fervour » Commands concerning
Idleness and sloth » Forbidden
Industry » Commended
Laziness » Not being lazy
Patience » Being patient
Prayer » Praying continually
Rejoice » What to rejoice in
Virtues » Industry » Commended
physical Work » Industry in » Commended
Zeal » The Call of Duty » Encouraged
Zeal » Exhortation to
Zeal » Should be exhibited » In spirit
Business life » Fidelity » Industry
Fervour » Commands concerning
Idleness and sloth » Forbidden
Industry » Commended
Laziness » Not being lazy
Patience » Being patient
Prayer » Praying continually
Rejoice » What to rejoice in
Virtues » Industry » Commended
physical Work » Industry in » Commended
Zeal » The Call of Duty » Encouraged
Zeal » Exhortation to
Zeal » Should be exhibited » In spirit
Romans 12:12 (show verse)
constantly rejoicing in hope [because of our confidence in Christ], steadfast and patient in distress, devoted to prayer [continually seeking wisdom, guidance, and strength],
Afflicted saints » Should be patient
Constancy » In prayer
Hope » Saints » Rejoice in
Joy » Of saints should be » In hope
Patience » Encouraged
Patience » Being patient
Patience » To be exercised in » Tribulation
Perseverance » To be manifested in » Prayer
Prayer » Praying continually
Prayer » Continue instant in
Rejoice » What to rejoice in
Constancy » In prayer
Hope » Saints » Rejoice in
Joy » Of saints should be » In hope
Patience » Encouraged
Patience » Being patient
Patience » To be exercised in » Tribulation
Perseverance » To be manifested in » Prayer
Prayer » Praying continually
Prayer » Continue instant in
Rejoice » What to rejoice in
Romans 12:13 (show verse)
contributing to the needs of God’s people, pursuing [the practice of] hospitality.
Benevolence » The duty of » Paul's exhortation
Christian conduct » Being liberal to others
Guests » Hospitality to » The duty of
Liberality » Should be exercised » Toward saints
Ministers » Hospitality to » The duty of
The poor » Give to » Specially if saints
Social duties » Benevolence, the duty of » Paul's exhortation
Social life » Hospitality » The duty of
Travellers » Hospitality to » Hospitality to, the duty of
Christian conduct » Being liberal to others
Guests » Hospitality to » The duty of
Liberality » Should be exercised » Toward saints
Ministers » Hospitality to » The duty of
The poor » Give to » Specially if saints
Social duties » Benevolence, the duty of » Paul's exhortation
Social life » Hospitality » The duty of
Travellers » Hospitality to » Hospitality to, the duty of
Romans 12:14 (show verse)
Bless those who persecute you [who cause you harm or hardship]; bless and do not curse [them].
Romans 12:15 (show verse)
Rejoice with those who rejoice [sharing others’ joy], and weep with those who weep [sharing others’ grief].
Communion of saints » In mutual sympathy and kindness
Compassion and sympathy » Exhortation to
Duty toward the Afflicted » To sympathize with them
Love to man » Should be exhibited in » Sympathizing
Mourning » Who to mourn with
Rejoice » Who to rejoice with
Social duties » Sympathy the marks of true » Helpfulness
Sympathy » The marks of true » Helpfulness
Compassion and sympathy » Exhortation to
Duty toward the Afflicted » To sympathize with them
Love to man » Should be exhibited in » Sympathizing
Mourning » Who to mourn with
Rejoice » Who to rejoice with
Social duties » Sympathy the marks of true » Helpfulness
Sympathy » The marks of true » Helpfulness
Romans 12:16 (show verse)
Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty [conceited, self-important, exclusive], but associate with humble people [those with a realistic self-view]. Do not overestimate yourself.
Romans 12:17 (show verse)
Never repay anyone evil for evil. Take thought for what is right and gracious and proper in the sight of everyone.
Business life » Fidelity » Honesty, encouraged
Goodness » Overcoming evil with good
Honesty » In business encouraged
Honesty » Being honest
Peace » Living peaceably
Recompense/restitution » Recompense belonging to the lord
Recompense/restitution » The eye for an eye law and the new testament
Retaliation » Forbidden
Revenge » Forbidden
Social duties » Fidelity in business » Honesty in business, encouraged
Vengeance » Not avenging
Virtues » Fidelity » Honesty, encouraged
Goodness » Overcoming evil with good
Honesty » In business encouraged
Honesty » Being honest
Peace » Living peaceably
Recompense/restitution » Recompense belonging to the lord
Recompense/restitution » The eye for an eye law and the new testament
Retaliation » Forbidden
Revenge » Forbidden
Social duties » Fidelity in business » Honesty in business, encouraged
Vengeance » Not avenging
Virtues » Fidelity » Honesty, encouraged
Romans 12:18 (show verse)
If possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
Christian conduct » Living peaceably with all
Goodness » Overcoming evil with good
natural Life » Should be spent in » Peace
Nation » Spiritual » The righteous cultivate the spirit of
Nation » Peace of
Peace » For peace peace invoked » The obligation to preserve peace
Peace » Living peaceably
Peace » Saints should » Endeavor to have with all men
Peaceableness » The righteous cultivate the spirit of
Recompense/restitution » Recompense belonging to the lord
Recompense/restitution » The eye for an eye law and the new testament
Social duties » Parental parental duties » Peaceableness, the righteous cultivate the spirit of
Vengeance » Not avenging
Goodness » Overcoming evil with good
natural Life » Should be spent in » Peace
Nation » Spiritual » The righteous cultivate the spirit of
Nation » Peace of
Peace » For peace peace invoked » The obligation to preserve peace
Peace » Living peaceably
Peace » Saints should » Endeavor to have with all men
Peaceableness » The righteous cultivate the spirit of
Recompense/restitution » Recompense belonging to the lord
Recompense/restitution » The eye for an eye law and the new testament
Social duties » Parental parental duties » Peaceableness, the righteous cultivate the spirit of
Vengeance » Not avenging
Romans 12:19 (show verse)
Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave the way open for God’s wrath [and His judicial righteousness]; for it is written [in Scripture], “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord.
Anger » Forbidden
Forgiveness of injuries » Commanded
God » The incarnation of Christ, both a mystery and a revelation » Vengeance of
Goodness » Overcoming evil with good
Recompense/restitution » Recompense belonging to the lord
Recompense/restitution » The eye for an eye law and the new testament
Revenge » Forbidden
Revenge » Instead of taking, we should » Give place unto wrath
Vengeance » Not avenging
Vengeance » The lord avenging
Vengeance » Vengeance belonging to the lord
Vengeance » Belongs to God
Forgiveness of injuries » Commanded
God » The incarnation of Christ, both a mystery and a revelation » Vengeance of
Goodness » Overcoming evil with good
Recompense/restitution » Recompense belonging to the lord
Recompense/restitution » The eye for an eye law and the new testament
Revenge » Forbidden
Revenge » Instead of taking, we should » Give place unto wrath
Vengeance » Not avenging
Vengeance » The lord avenging
Vengeance » Vengeance belonging to the lord
Vengeance » Belongs to God
Romans 12:20 (show verse)
But if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink; for by doing this you will heap burning coals on his head.”
Christian conduct » Forgiving injuries
Duty » To brethren » To enemies
Enemies » Duty to enemies
Enemies » Should be » Assisted
Forgiveness of injuries » Should be accompanied by » Kindness
Good for evil » Examples of returning » Encouraged
Goodness » Overcoming evil with good
Love » Good for evil examples of returning » Encouraged
Love » Maternal » Of enemies
Love to man » Should be exhibited, toward » Enemies
Mercy » Encouraged
Recompense/restitution » The eye for an eye law and the new testament
Social duties » Of home-keeping » Of returning good for evil, encouraged
Social duties » Compassion » Duty to enemies
Social life » Social duties to regard all men as brothers » Duty to enemies
Vengeance » Not avenging
Duty » To brethren » To enemies
Enemies » Duty to enemies
Enemies » Should be » Assisted
Forgiveness of injuries » Should be accompanied by » Kindness
Good for evil » Examples of returning » Encouraged
Goodness » Overcoming evil with good
Love » Good for evil examples of returning » Encouraged
Love » Maternal » Of enemies
Love to man » Should be exhibited, toward » Enemies
Mercy » Encouraged
Recompense/restitution » The eye for an eye law and the new testament
Social duties » Of home-keeping » Of returning good for evil, encouraged
Social duties » Compassion » Duty to enemies
Social life » Social duties to regard all men as brothers » Duty to enemies
Vengeance » Not avenging
Romans 12:21 (show verse)
Do not be overcome and conquered by evil, but overcome evil with good.