What Is Your

Attitude?

Romans 12:1-21

What Is Your Attitude?

Definition:Definition:

1. A complex mental state involving belief and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways.

2. Position or arrangement of body and its limbs.

• Toward God (vs.1,2)

• Toward yourself (vs.3-8)

• Toward others (vs.9-18)

• Toward your enemies (vs.19-21)

What Is Your Attitude?

Your attitude toward God is chosen

Your attitude toward God is chosen

Romans 12:1-2 Romans 12:1-2 “ “ I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies

of God, that you present your bodies a living of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which iswhich is your your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to reasonable service. And do not be conformed to

this world, but be transformed by the renewing of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what your mind, that you may prove what isis that good that good

and acceptable and perfect will of God.” and acceptable and perfect will of God.”

Attitude Toward God (vs. 1,2)

We must present ourselves to God and live daily for him

We must present ourselves to God and live daily for him

Romans 12:1-2 Romans 12:1-2 “ “ I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies

of God, that you present your bodies a living of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which iswhich is your your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to reasonable service. And do not be conformed to

this world, but be transformed by the renewing of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what your mind, that you may prove what isis that good that good

and acceptable and perfect will of God.” and acceptable and perfect will of God.”

Attitude Toward God (vs. 1,2)

God only accepts unblemished sacrifices

God only accepts unblemished sacrifices

Romans 12:1-2 Romans 12:1-2 “ “ I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies

of God, that you present your bodies a living of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which iswhich is your your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to reasonable service. And do not be conformed to

this world, but be transformed by the renewing of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what your mind, that you may prove what isis that good that good

and acceptable and perfect will of God.” and acceptable and perfect will of God.”

Attitude Toward God (vs. 1,2)

Living for God is the ONLY reasonable course (in relation to origin, design, purpose, and judgment)

Living for God is the ONLY reasonable course (in relation to origin, design, purpose, and judgment)

Romans 12:1-2 Romans 12:1-2 “ “ I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies

of God, that you present your bodies a living of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which iswhich is your your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to reasonable service. And do not be conformed to

this world, but be transformed by the renewing of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what your mind, that you may prove what isis that good that good

and acceptable and perfect will of God.” and acceptable and perfect will of God.”

Attitude Toward God (vs. 1,2)

Romans 12:1-2 (NKJV) Romans 12:1-2 (NKJV) 1 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies

of God, that you present your bodies a living of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which iswhich is your your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to reasonable service. And do not be conformed to

this world, but be transformed by the renewing of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what your mind, that you may prove what isis that good that good

and acceptable and perfect will of God. “and acceptable and perfect will of God. “Do NOT allow the world to form or fashion

your thoughts and behavior (values, morality, activities, dress, speech, etc.)

Do NOT allow the world to form or fashion your thoughts and behavior (values, morality,

activities, dress, speech, etc.)

Attitude Toward God (vs. 1,2)

Romans 12:1-2 (NKJV) Romans 12:1-2 (NKJV) 1 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies

of God, that you present your bodies a living of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which iswhich is your your reasonable service. reasonable service. 2 2 And do not be conformed to And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what your mind, that you may prove what isis that good that good

and acceptable and perfect will of God. and acceptable and perfect will of God. Not just amended, but entirely renewed

(Μεταμορφουσθε) metamorphosed, by renewing the mind –

Not just amended, but entirely renewed (Μεταμορφουσθε) metamorphosed, by renewing

the mind –

Attitude Toward God (vs. 1,2)

Romans 12:1-2 (NKJV) Romans 12:1-2 (NKJV) I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies

of God, that you present your bodies a living of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which iswhich is your your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to reasonable service. And do not be conformed to

this world, but be transformed by the renewing of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what your mind, that you may prove what isis that good that good

and acceptable and perfect will of God. and acceptable and perfect will of God. – i.e., to test by practically applying God’s word, thereby demonstrating its worth, effectiveness,

and completeness.

– i.e., to test by practically applying God’s word, thereby demonstrating its worth, effectiveness,

and completeness.

Attitude Toward God (vs. 1,2)

God’s grace instructs (cf. Titus 2:11-14), and its God’s grace instructs (cf. Titus 2:11-14), and its instructions apply to all Christians (3)instructions apply to all Christians (3)

God’s grace instructs (cf. Titus 2:11-14), and its God’s grace instructs (cf. Titus 2:11-14), and its instructions apply to all Christians (3)instructions apply to all Christians (3)

Romans 12:3-8 Romans 12:3-8 “ “ For I say, through the grace given to me, to everyone For I say, through the grace given to me, to everyone who is among you, not to think who is among you, not to think of himselfof himself more highly more highly than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has dealt to each one a measure of faith. dealt to each one a measure of faith. 4 4 For as we have For as we have

many members in one body, but all the members do not many members in one body, but all the members do not have the same function, so we, have the same function, so we, beingbeing many, are one many, are one

body in Christ, and individually members of one body in Christ, and individually members of one another. Having then gifts differing according to the another. Having then gifts differing according to the

grace that is given to us, grace that is given to us, let us use them:let us use them: . . .” . . .”

Attitude Toward Self (vs. 3-8)

We must be humble, seeing ourselves as God sees We must be humble, seeing ourselves as God sees us, using our talents within His guidelines (3)us, using our talents within His guidelines (3)

We must be humble, seeing ourselves as God sees We must be humble, seeing ourselves as God sees us, using our talents within His guidelines (3)us, using our talents within His guidelines (3)

Romans 12:3-8 (NKJV) Romans 12:3-8 (NKJV) 3 3 For I say, through the grace given to me, to everyone For I say, through the grace given to me, to everyone who is among you, not to think who is among you, not to think of himselfof himself more highly more highly than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has dealt to each one a measure of faith. dealt to each one a measure of faith. 4 4 For as we have For as we have

many members in one body, but all the members do not many members in one body, but all the members do not have the same function, have the same function, 5 5 so we, so we, beingbeing many, are one many, are one

body in Christ, and individually members of one body in Christ, and individually members of one another. another. 6 6 Having then gifts differing according to the Having then gifts differing according to the

grace that is given to us, grace that is given to us, let us use them:let us use them: . . . . . .

Attitude Toward Self (vs. 3-8)

Each must have intellectual humility and accept his Each must have intellectual humility and accept his role within the body (4,5)role within the body (4,5)

Each must have intellectual humility and accept his Each must have intellectual humility and accept his role within the body (4,5)role within the body (4,5)

Romans 12:3-8 Romans 12:3-8 “ “ For I say, through the grace given to me, to everyone For I say, through the grace given to me, to everyone who is among you, not to think who is among you, not to think of himselfof himself more highly more highly than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has

dealt to each one a measure of faith. For as we have dealt to each one a measure of faith. For as we have many members in one body, but all the members do not many members in one body, but all the members do not

have the same function, so we, have the same function, so we, beingbeing many, are one many, are one body in Christ, and individually members of one body in Christ, and individually members of one

another. Having then gifts differing according to the another. Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, grace that is given to us, let us use them:let us use them: . .” . . .” .

Attitude Toward Self (vs. 3-8)

Romans 12:6-8 Romans 12:6-8 ““Having then gifts differing according to the Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, grace that is given to us, let us use them:let us use them: or or

ministry, let us use it in our ministering; he who ministry, let us use it in our ministering; he who teaches, in teaching;teaches, in teaching;

he who exhorts, in exhortation; he who gives, he who exhorts, in exhortation; he who gives, with liberality; he who leads, with diligence; he with liberality; he who leads, with diligence; he

who shows mercy, with cheerfulness.”who shows mercy, with cheerfulness.”We must use what God has given us. Every

person’s ability is needed (6-8; Matt. 25:14-30)

We must use what God has given us. Every person’s ability is needed (6-8; Matt. 25:14-30)

Attitude Toward Self (vs. 3-8)

Agape – Genuine good will toward mankind (James 2:15,16; Romans 2:7; Galatians 6:9; 1 Peter 1:22)

Agape – Genuine good will toward mankind (James 2:15,16; Romans 2:7; Galatians 6:9; 1 Peter 1:22)

“ Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good.

Attitude Toward Others(vs. 9-16)

Philostorgos – cherishing one's kindred (John 13:34,35; Galatians 5:13; 1 Peter 1:22; 1 John 3:10-18)

Philostorgos – cherishing one's kindred (John 13:34,35; Galatians 5:13; 1 Peter 1:22; 1 John 3:10-18)

“Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good.

“Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another.”

Attitude Toward Others(vs. 9-16)

Zeō – "to be hot, to boil" (akin to zeal), (Acts 18:25; Hebrews 6:10,11; Titus 2:14)

Zeō – "to be hot, to boil" (akin to zeal), (Acts 18:25; Hebrews 6:10,11; Titus 2:14)

“Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good. Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord;”

Attitude Toward Others(vs. 9-16)

How faithful in serving the lord will one be if he is not joyful, patient, or prayerful? (1 Peter 1:3-9; 4:12-19

How faithful in serving the lord will one be if he is not joyful, patient, or prayerful? (1 Peter 1:3-9; 4:12-19

9 Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good.

10 Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another;

11 not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord;

12 rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer;

Attitude Toward Others(vs. 9-16)

Sharing with Christians in need (Acts 2:44-45; 4:32, 34-37)

Lit. “pursuing friendliness to strangers” (Hebrews 13:2; 1 Peter 4:9)

Sharing with Christians in need (Acts 2:44-45; 4:32, 34-37)

Lit. “pursuing friendliness to strangers” (Hebrews 13:2; 1 Peter 4:9)

13 distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality.

Attitude Toward Others(vs. 9-16)

Like Jesus and Stephen (Luke 23:34;

Acts 7:59-60)

Like Jesus and Stephen (Luke 23:34;

Acts 7:59-60)

14 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse.

Attitude Toward Others(vs. 9-16)

“And if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; or if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. (1 Corinthians 12:26)

“And if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; or if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. (1 Corinthians 12:26)

15 Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.

Attitude Toward Others(vs. 9-16)

Being in harmony with other Christians requires the same standards and humility. (Romans 12:3; 15:5; Philippians 2:2; 1 Peter 3:8).

Being in harmony with other Christians requires the same standards and humility. (Romans 12:3; 15:5; Philippians 2:2; 1 Peter 3:8).

16 Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion.

Attitude Toward Others(vs. 9-16)

Romans 12:17-21Romans 12:17-21“ “ Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in

the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as depends the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. on you, live peaceably with all men.

Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but ratherrather give place give place to wrath; for it is written, to wrath; for it is written, "Vengeance is Mine, I will "Vengeance is Mine, I will

repay,"repay," says the Lord. Therefore says the Lord. Therefore "If your enemy is hungry, "If your enemy is hungry, feed him;feed him; If he is thirsty, give him a drink;If he is thirsty, give him a drink; For in so doing For in so doing

you will heap coals of fire on his head.“you will heap coals of fire on his head.“ Do not be Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”

Christians should not be vengeful! Christians are to do good! (1 Thessalonians 5:15)

Christians should not be vengeful! Christians are to do good! (1 Thessalonians 5:15)

Attitude Toward Our Enemies(vs. 17-21)

Toward God? (vs. 1,2)

Toward self? (vs. 3-8)

Toward others? (vs. 9-18)

Toward enemies? (vs. 19-21)Matthew 5:13-16

What Is Your Attitude (Romans 12:1-21)