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Midweek Bible Study, Romans 12:7-13, July 30, 2026

Midweek Bible Study, Romans 12:7-13, July 30, 2026

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4 For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function, 5 so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another. 6 Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in proportion to our faith; 7 if service, in our serving; the one who teaches, in his teaching; 8 the one who exhorts, in his exhortation; the one who contributes, in generosity; the one who leads, with zeal; the one who does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness. 9 Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. 10 Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. 11 Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. 12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. 13 Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality. Verses 6-8: The rich diversity of gifts is a gracious blessing of God to His church. Described as χαρίσματα “charismata” Romans 12 includes seven grace gifts. The consistent emphasis in the New Testament discussion of the “charismata” is upon function or office, not upon personal attributes which every individual must search out and identify often with the assistance of a so-called “spiritual gift inventory.” Prophecy Serving Teaching “Exhorting” (Greek παρακαλῶν - “para-kalon”) or sometimes called “encouraging” This term occurs 107 times in the New Testament. In John 14, Jesus uses the word as a title for the Holy Spirit (John 14:15,26).In that context the English translations render the noun as “Comforter” or “Counselor.” At times the term is simply transliterated as the English title “Paraclete.” The word literally means “one who is called alongside of another for the purpose of rendering aid or assistance.”Its Latin counterpart is “advocatus.” In this context “encouraging” is closely linked to teaching (1 Thessalonians 2:3; 1 Timothy 4:13). It serves to emphasize the pastoral application of the gospel and focuses on its concrete applications for everyday life...Teaching concentrates more on the content of the tradition, while exhortation summons others to action and stirs them from laziness. “Contributing to the needs of others.” Or “Giving” (Greek ὁ μεταδιδοὺς - “ho meta-di-dous”). The emphasis here appears to be on one who shares his or her own resources with those less fortunate.Those who have been given this gift are urged to exercise it with cheerful generosity. The text does not imply great personal wealth on the part of the giver for the most generous and joyful givers are often those who have the least (2 Corinthians 8). “Leadership” or “Leading” (Greek ὁ προϊστάμενος - “ho pro-is-ta-menos”). The etymology of the word refers to “he that is placed in front” much like the traditional German title for an elder - (for-SHTAY-er)This word is used elsewhere to denote the leaders of the local congregation (1 Thessalonians 5:12; 1 Timothy 5:17) and should probably be associated here with the office of elder/overseer.Supports case against the “gift as personal attribute” It would be absurd to imagine St. Paul meaning something like this: “If you have the ability to preside or rule, then be eager to organize somebody to preside over!”What he obviously means is this: “If you have been appointed to preside or rule (perhaps as pastor/bishop, or as president at the eucharistic assembly), then put your heart into it”Paul is not asking the question - “Do you enjoy teaching, or ruling, or giving. Do you then have these gift abilities? What office in the church should you try to get in order to put these abilities to use?” - The proper question is: “How can I serve the common good best and most faithfully in the responsibility or office with which I have been entrusted?” The Paul’s caution here is - “let him govern diligently.” The term denotes an eagerness to carry out the assigned responsibility. The word means “haste” in the good sense; prompt efficiency, no delay, no excuses. “showing mercy” (Greek ἐλεῶν “e-le-on”). The reference should be understood broadly as ministry in general including any act of mercy toward others, such as visiting the sick, caring for the elderly or disabled, and providing for the poor.The attitude in which such activities are to be carried out is to be one of cheerfulness.The Greek word is ἱλαρότητι “hila-ro-tay-ti” from which the English word hilarity (cheerfulness) is derived. Verses 9-13: 9 Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. 10 Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. 11 Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. 12 Rejoice in hope, be ...
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