Romans 12 · Grade 4
Transformed by the Renewing of Your Mind
Read and Think
"Therefore I urge you, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service." "Don't be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God."
Paul says not to think of yourself more highly than you ought. As one body has many members with different jobs, we, who are many, are one body in Christ. We have different gifts according to the grace given to us: prophecy, serving, teaching, encouraging, giving, leading, and showing mercy with cheerfulness.
"Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor that which is evil. Cling to that which is good." Love one another with brotherly affection. Be eager to serve the Lord, rejoicing in hope, enduring in troubles, continuing steadfastly in prayer, sharing with God's people, and giving hospitality.
Bless those who persecute you. "Rejoice with those who rejoice. Weep with those who weep." Associate with the humble. "If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men." Do not take revenge; leave room for God. If your enemy is hungry, feed him. "Don't be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."
Show What You Know
What is presenting your bodies a living sacrifice called?
What may you prove when your mind is renewed?
What three things are we to do in hope, troubles, and prayer?
What should we do instead of taking revenge?
Think About It
Paul lists many gifts in the body of Christ. What gift has God given you, and how can you use it for others?
Overcoming evil with good is hard. Who is one person you could answer with kindness this week?
Memory Verse
“Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
Romans 12:21 (WEB)
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Prayer
Dear God, thank You for the lesson of A Living Sacrifice. Help me . Amen.
Take It Home
For families: talk about these together.
- How can we weep with those who weep?
- How can you live at peace with everyone?
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