Romans 12:11
“Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;”
What does Romans 12:11 mean?
Romans 12:11 in the King James Version reads, “Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord.” In a single, compact line Paul gathers up the posture he expects from Christians who have just been urged, in the verses immediately preceding, to offer themselves to…
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In Romans 12:11, the Apostle Paul encapsulates a powerful exhortation for Christians to embody a lifestyle of diligence and fervency, saying, "Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord." This verse is a succinct yet profound call to action, urging us not only…
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Gracious Heavenly Father, We come before Your holy presence with hearts full of praise and gratitude for the gift of another day, a day to seek You and serve You with all that we are. Today, we stand on the foundation of Your Word, inspired by the truth found in Romans 12:11…
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