Romans 12:10-13

“Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.”

"Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality." - Romans 12:10-13
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What does Romans 12:10-13 mean?

Romans 12:10-13 (KJV) states, "Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; Distributing to the…

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Cultivating a Life of Kindness and Service

In Paul’s epistle to the Romans, chapter 12, verses 10-13, we encounter a profound challenge that calls us to reflect on our relationships and our role in the body of Christ. The verses read: "Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one…

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A Prayer for Love, Service, and Hope

O Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I pause to reflect on the profound words found in Romans 12:10-13 of the King James Version: "Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit…

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Romans 12:10-13 - "Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality."
Romans 10:13-15
Romans 12:13 - "Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality."
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Romans 10:13 - "For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved."
Romans 12:1-2
Romans 13:10 - "Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law."
Romans 12:10 - "Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;"
"Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality." - Romans 12:13
"Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality." - Romans 12:13
Combine the authority theme described in Romans 13:1-7 and Revelation 13:1-10.
Romans 10:12 - "For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him."
Romans 12:10 KJV (10) Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
Romans 12:10 KJV (10) Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
Romans 12:10 KJV (10) Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
"The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light." - Romans 13:12
Romans 12:10 KJV (10) Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
Romans 12:10 KJV (10) Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
Romans 12:10 KJV (10) Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
Romans 13:12 - "The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light."
Romans 12:10 KJV (10) Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
"The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light." - Romans 13:12
"The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light." - Romans 13:12
"For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." - Romans 10:13
"For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." - Romans 10:13
Romans 12:10-11 - "Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord."
"Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law." - Romans 13:10
Romans 12:9-10 - "Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves."
"Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;" - Romans 12:10