REJOICE IN HOPE, BE PATIENT IN TRIBULATION AND BE CONSTANT IN PRAYER (Romans 12:9-21)
Marks of the true Christian Church – Love that is:
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Sincere (v9) Blessing (v14)
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Discerning (v9) Sympathetic (v15)
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Affectionate (v10) Harmonious (v16)
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Honouring (v10) Humble (v16)
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Enthusiastic (v11) Not Cursing (v14)
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Patient (v12) Not Repaying (v17)
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Generous (v13) Not Seeking Revenge (v19)
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Hospitable (v13) Not Overcome by Evil (v21)
1. REJOICE IN HOPE
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God’s King is Coming Soon
2. BE PATIENT IN TRIBULATION
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God’s Promises are Secure
3. BE CONSTANT IN PRAYER
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God’s Grace will be Supplied