‘A Challenge For Us.’
Romans 12:1-3.
a) Romans 12:1. This is written by Apostle Paul to the entire Church in Rome because of the Mercy of God.
b) Romans 12:1. We are to present our bodies to God:-
1- As a living sacrifice.
2- Holy.
3- Acceptable to God.
c) Romans 12:1. This is our reasonable Worship and Service.
d) Romans 12:2. If we follow verse one then we can be partakers of the three things mentioned here in verse two:-
1- Our life and behaviour will not be conformed to the World system.
2- We can be transformed by the renewing of our thinking mind.
3- We can prove by experience what is the Will of God for our lives. This Will of God is:-
A- Good.
B- Acceptable.
C- Perfect.
e) Romans 12:3. Paul writes this because of and in Grace:-
1- We are not to think of ourselves more highly than we ought to think.
2- We are to think soberly.
3- We are to think according to the measure of Faith that we have.
(This QT presents A Challenge For Me)
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‘God’s Covenant With Abraham.’
a) Galatians 3:18. Was given as a Promise.
b) Galatians 3:16. Includes Jesus Christ.
c) Psalm 105:9-12. Was not dependent on numbers.
d) Psalm 105:42. He will not forget.
e) Micah 7:18-20. Was to all of His People.
f) Luke 1:54-55 & 72-73. Is a Merciful Covenant.
g) Hebrews 6:13-14. Was a Covenant of Blessing.
h) Hebrews 6:15. Had to be received with Faith and Patience.
(This Second one reminds me of God’s Covenant With Abraham and what it means for me)
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Chris.
When we receive the Promise of God and Promise from God there are certain things that we need to ascertain. Firstly, are we sure that this Promise is for us? We should not “use” the Word of God out of context for our benefit. Secondly, do we have the quiet confidence and Faith to hold on to the Promise God has given to us? Thirdly, are we willing to be Patient to receive the Promise from God? Fourthly, if the Promise was given to us through another person are we sure that it was God’s Word to us and not just their words?
