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Romans 12:11 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Romans 12:11 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Romans chapter 12 verse 11 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;”
Romans 12:11 (KJV)
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Commentary on Romans 12:11
Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; This verse contains three staccato commands on Christian diligence. Not slothful in business (τῇ σπουδῇ μὴ ὀκνηροί, tē spoudē mē oknēroi) literally reads 'not lazy in zeal' or 'not hesitant in earnestness'—the 'business' here isn't commerce but eager activity in God's service. Paul condemns spiritual laziness, the sluggish half-heartedness that plagues religious duty. Second, fervent in spirit (τῷ πνεύματι ζέοντες, tō pneumati zeontes) uses the verb 'to boil'—fiery, passionate devotion. The spirit could be the human spirit or the H...
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Cross-References for Romans 12:11
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“so as to forget your work and the labor of love which you showed toward his name”
“he spoke and taught accurately the things concerning Jesus”
“and has nothing”
“for love covers a multitude of sins.”
“obey in all things those who are your masters according to the flesh”
“receiving a Kingdom that can't be shaken”
“working with his hands the thing that is good”
“There is a lion in the road! A fierce lion roams the streets!”
“love one another from the heart fervently:”