Sermons on Romans 12:15-21:

Contrasting Defeatist And Overcoming Attitudes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Too many people are succumbing to the cynicism of the postmodern mindset of defeatism. Paul writes, "Do not be overcome by evil but overcome evil with good." (Rom. 12:21)

Romans 12:21 - Do not be overcome by evil but overcome evil with good. Illustration:One salesman came back from a remote part of the world informing his boss that he could not sell any shoes to the people. When the supervisor asked the salesman why the people were resistant to purchasing shoes the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

As Members Of The Church

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION 1.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. All persons live within a network of relationships, and Christians are no different. What the apostle Paul has shown us in his epistle to the Romans is that the relationships in a believer's life are designed by God to be uniquely spiritual. a. The believer's relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-21

Keys To Successful Interpersonal Relationships

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Love must be based in God's reality.

1. Love must be based in God's reality. Love should not be hvpocritically Pharisaical. The unconditional love of God is enduring without exhibiting undue anger, irritations, or annoyance. Love has the courage to change the things it can, the serenity to accept the things it cannot change and the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Serving God By Overcoming Evil By Good

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY NOT BEING OVERCOME BY EVIL, BUT BY OVERCOMING EVIL WITH GOOD -- 7 WAYS TO FIGHT YOUR ENEMIES 1.

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY NOT BEING OVERCOME BY EVIL, BUT BY OVERCOMING EVIL WITH GOOD -- 7 WAYS TO FIGHT YOUR ENEMIES 1. (:14) Determine to bring your enemy good not harm 2. (:15) Show concern for your enemy's gains and losses 3. (:16) Do not allow yourself to think you are better 4. (:17) Do not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What To Do When You Have Been Cheated

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people struggle to overcome the temptation to take vengeance into their own hands.

Many people struggle to overcome the temptation to take vengeance into their own hands. However, Paul once wrote, "Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: "It is mine to avenge; I will repay," says the Lord. On the contrary: If your enemy is hungry, feed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How  To Be A Vibrant Overcomer 

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Recognize that God has made every a believer an overcomer through Christ. Paul wrote, "For our sake we are killed all day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us." (Ro

Recognize that God has made every a believer an overcomer through Christ. Paul wrote, "For our sake we are killed all day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us." (Rom. 8:36,37) Thank God for giving you a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Motivate People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

When it comes to getting people motivated reactionaries love to use fear, guilt and shame. However, fear, guilt and shame are only effective in motivating most people in the short run. Actually, the Bible says, "The fear of man brings a snare, but whoever

HOW TO MOTIVATE PEOPLE ACCORDING TO THEIR INDIVIDUAL PERSPECTIVES AND THEIR TRADITIONAL VALUES Paul wrote, "Weep with those who weep and rejoice with those who rejoice." (Rom. 12:15-18) When it comes to getting people motivated reactionaries love to use fear, guilt and shame. However, fear, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Suffering Series

Contributed by Richard David on Nov 9, 2000

How Christians should respond to questions from seekers regarding why God allows suffering.

I. Intro.; Searching Issues; answers to objections (or questions that Christians may have) A. Why does God allow suffering B. What about other religions, the New Age C. What’s wrong with sex outside of marriage D. What does God think about homosexuality and homosexuals E. Does Christianity conflict ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1, Romans 12:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problem With Priscilla

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jun 6, 2002

The challenge not just for mothers but families is to develop and maintain an environment in which affirmation, acceptance, and appreciation, can thrive and grow.

TEXT: One of the classic episodes of the Dick Van Dyke Show concerns a problem that Ritchie is having with a girl named Priscilla. For a period of time he comes home every afternoon after school battered and bruised by this girl. Rob and Laura are at a loss to know what to do and so Laura goes ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:15, Matthew 3:17

Denomination: Church Of God

I Will Gladly Repay You Tuesday

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 9, 2002

We study the dangers of revenge, and how the debt of revenge is very expensive,

I WILL GLADLY REPAY YOU TUESDAY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Romans 12: 14 Bless them that persecute you, BLESS, and curse not. 15. Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. 16. Be of the same mind one to another. Mind not high things, but condescend to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-21, Proverbs 10:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Reminder Of Our Responsibilities From Romans 12

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 30, 2002

A Reminder of Our Responsibilities From Romans Twelve - Romans 12:1-21

A Reminder of Our Responsibilities from Romans 12:1-21 Quote: Peter T. Forsythe was right when he said, "The first duty of every soul is to find not its freedom but its Master". Warren W. Wiersbe, The Integrity Crisis, Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1991, p. 22. 1. REVERE our Sovereign God - vs. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love / Hate Relationships

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 30, 2002

REAL LOVE IS SHARING IN THE NATURE OF GOD!

LOVE / HATE RELATIONSHIPS READ TEXT ROMANS 12: 9-21 PREACHED TEXT MATTHEW 5: 43 –48 INTRODUCTION: The pilot was Jewish, and the co-pilot was Taiwanese. It was the first time they had flown together, and it was obvious by the silence that they didn’t get along. After 30 minutes, the Captain finally ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21, Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overcome Evil With Good Instead Of Being Overcome By Evil – Rom. 12:

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 5, 2002

How to Overcome Evil With Good Instead of Being Overcome By Evil – Rom. 12:21

How to Overcome Evil With Good Instead of Being Overcome By Evil – Rom. 12:21 Quote:184. "Faith enables us to understand what God does. Faith enables us to see what others cannot see. As a result, faith enables us to do what others cannot do."(Wiersbe, 318) Overcome: From the Greek word nikao ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Service -- A Mark Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jan 30, 2004

One of the Seven Marks of Discipleship is service in and beyond the congregation.

(Preface note to the reader: Our church elders identified 7 Marks of Discipleship. Six are suggested by Michael Foss in his book, "Power Surge." To his six, we added the seventh -- Evangelism. These marks are: Spiritual Friendships, Serve Others in and beyond the congregation, Pray Daily, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Place To Belong Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 30, 2004

Are you a church attender or a church member? Does it matter which you are, or which you choose to be?

A Place to Belong Purpose Driven Life #17 Cornwall/Montreal December 6, 2003 Are you a church attender or a church member? Does it matter which you are, or which you choose to be? Maybe you’re not sure, right now, what you want to be and are exploring to decide what you want to be. It does matter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42, Romans 12:12-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational