Sermons on Romans 12:18:

Healthy Church: One That Gives Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 16, 2004

It has to do with transforming attitude and producing action. This morning we will talk about giving, but it is not the kind of giving that you are thinking of. The kind of giving we will talk about today is not the giving of tithes and offerings, but t

A HEALTHY CHURCH: ONE THAT GIVES ROMANS 12:1-21 INTRODUCTION DL Moody once said, “The Scriptures were not given for our information, but for our transformation.” Becoming a healthy church, is a transformation and a process that is a worthy goal for any church to have. We talked last time about ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Top Ten Rules Of Love Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 23, 2004

It worked for David Letterman so let me give it a try, the top ten rules for love

Romans 12:9-21 Getting on the Same Page as God about the top ten Rules of Love Introduction A. David Letterman has made a career out of his top 10 list B. You have to admit some of his list have been really funny C. Today we have a top ten list, however, these are not humor, these are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Dealing With Divorce: Part Ii Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 11, 2004

Part 2 of 2 on dealing with divorce. Part 2 deals with the divorced persons attitude toward their circumstances, their ex, the church, etc.

DEALING WITH DIVORCE - Part 2 ROMANS 12:9-21 INTRODUCTION: According to the Census Bureau, on an average, over 2 million couples per year in America get divorced. It is happening so frequently that most every state now have established no-fault divorce laws in order to expedite the system. It ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Everything You Wanted To Know About Revenge But Never Thought You'd Hear In Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 2, 2004

The desire for revenge and justice is part of being in God’s image. But, because sin corrupts us, and because our lives are intended to center around God, we must defer revenge (and sometimes justice) to Him.

Everything You Wanted to Know About Revenge But Never Thought You’d Hear in Church (Romans 12:14, 17-21) 1. Today’s sermon has little to do with the subject of forgiveness. 2. The Bible is clear that forgiveness is crucial to the Christian life; it is the hallmark of our faith. 3. Not long ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

En Camino A La Unidad

Contributed by Ezequiel Alaniz on Jan 10, 2005

Nos. como cristianos encontramos oportunidades para animar, confortar y consolar a nuestros semejantes. No desviándonos del punto Divino. A veces no nos damos cuenta de sus necesidades por falta de comunicación.

En camino a la Unidad Rom. 12:10-19 Himno 183 Promesa Dulce Himno 190 Dios nos ha dado promesas Lema: USA “Unidos Permanecemos Divididos Pereceremos” Esopo Fabulista Griego “4 Toros y el León” Había en la selva un león que siempre rondaba unos bueyes que se le hacían muy apetitosos hasta que ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:10-19

Denomination: Adventist

Christmas Gifts For Your Enemies Series

Contributed by Chuck Hendrix on Feb 15, 2001

Christmas time will allow you to give gifts to everyone, even your enemies.

CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR YOUR ENEMIES Romans 12:9-21 and Matthew 5:43-48 Introduction: We make a list of them, wish for them, talk about them. Some people go in debt to buy them, everyone wants them...GIFTS! We say things like, "What do you want for Christmas this year?" Or, He is always so hard ...read more

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

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building Community - The Importance Of Unity Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 1, 2001

Unity in the church is important because it reflects the character of God, it exemplifies what Christ came to do, and it is necessary to the health and growth of the church.

Does it seem to you that people are angrier than they used to be? The unspoken rules of civility that help us all to live together in a society are either unknown or ignored. Violence is seen as an acceptable way of addressing conflicts. People seem less tolerant, more willing to lash out at one ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:16-18, John 17:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

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

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

The Cry For Revival And Visitation

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 8, 2001

Revival and visitation comes when the fundamental call to Holiness is answered.

Human tragedy, the death of a loved one or beloved prominant person, the devastation of rampant crime or war, natural disssters, etc., affect everyone and shine a spotlight on the shortness of this life causing a stirring in the heart for answers this world can't give and a hunger for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:4, Philippians 3:10, 2 Timothy 1:6, Romans 7:18, John 12:32, John 8:28, Matthew 25:1, Revelation 19:9, Revelation 2:4, Romans 12:1-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3rd Sunday After Epiphany

Contributed by Roger Hartline on Jan 26, 2001

Overcoming Evil with Good

The Third Sunday After Epiphany 2000 From the Epistle: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Paul has told us this morning to overcome evil. Not only has he told us to overcome evil, but he has given us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:16-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Self-Indulgent

Contributed by Alexandria Hunt on Jan 13, 2003

Conforming to the image of Christ in our attitude with our loved ones.

SELF-INDULGENT Definition: To give free reign to; to gratify one’s own appetites, desires, pleasures or whims In what areas do people (you) self-indulge? Typical responses will be in material things, food, drink, gambling, and entertainment – addictive type activity. Did you know that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-15, Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible