Paul’s Epistle to the Romans

New Community Church, Adelaide - Sermon series on Romans. Martin Luther tells us why this epistle is critical: “This letter is truly the most important piece in the New Testament. It is purest Gospel. It is well worth a Christian’s while not only to memorise it word for word but also to occupy himself with it daily,  as though it were the daily bread of the soul. Up to now it has been  darkened by glosses and by many a useless comment, but it is in itself  a bright light, almost bright enough to illumine the entire Scripture.”

Geoff Hohneck
Romans 12:11-13
8 September 2013

After 11 chapters of theoretical, foundational theology, Paul now turns to practical application. He highlights the transformational aspects that ought to be manifest in our lives as believers; in our love for one another which we ought to be constantly working on. Of course, Paul makes the assumption that his audience members are living surrendered lives as per 12:1. So now he presents the following points on HOW TO LOVE SINCERELY.

Sermon Outline:

1. Don't be an inattentive slacker (vs11a).
2. Burn out for God (vs11b)
3. Serving who? The Lord (vs11c)
4. Rejoice in the hope of God's promises (vs12a)
5. When the going gets tough -- persevere (vs12b)
6. Be devoted to prayer (vs12c)
7. Share with those in need (vs13a)
8. Pursue loving hospitality (vs13c)