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Message. “ Love Manifested ” Romans 12:9-21. Basic Structure. Structure debated Linguistics seem to reveal possible chiastic structure. Three Parts. Verse 9a is theme Dealing w/ believers ( chiastic, vv. 9-13 ) Independent phrases ( vv. 14-16 ). Three Parts.
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Message “Love Manifested” Romans 12:9-21
Basic Structure • Structure debated • Linguistics seem to reveal possible chiastic structure
Three Parts • Verse 9a is theme • Dealing w/ believers (chiastic, vv. 9-13) • Independent phrases (vv. 14-16)
Three Parts • Dealing w/ non-believers (chiastic, vv. 17-21)
Believers (9-13) • Abhor evil, choose good • Be devoted, not lazy • Be on fire, serve • Rejoice, be devoted • Meet needs, hospitality
Ind. Phrases (14-16) • Bless, not curse • Rejoice & weep • Be of same mind, humble
Non-Believers (17-21) • Don’t repay using evil • Respect, be at peace • No vengeance • Feed enemy • Not overcome by evil
Main Point Authentic love always cares for others and seeks the best for others.