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Romans 12:1-8
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| Historical References, Commentary and
Comparative Texts:
| Comparative World Scriptures from United Communities of
Spirit
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Commandment 2,
Commandment X.2,
Shepherd of
Hermas. (c.145) |
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Chapter XIII,
Apology for the Christians,
Athenagoras of Athens. (c 177) |
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V.XX.2,
Adversus
Haereses,
Irenaeus of Lyons.
(c. 180) |
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Exegetical
Fragments. (XXXVII),
Irenaeus (c 180). |
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III.12,
Paedagogus,
Clement of Alexandria (c 200) |
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II.9,
Stromata,
Clement of Alexandria (c 200) |
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II.13,
On
The Apparel of Women,
Tertullian (c.
202) |
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Chapter
XLVII, On the Resurrection of the Flesh,
Tertullian
(c. 211) |
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Chapter VIII,
On Modesty,
Tertullian (c.
217) |
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Epistle LXXVI
--
Cyprian of Carthage (c.
255) |
| From
Martin Luther's Bible Commentary (1545). |
| From the
Geneva Notes.
 | "The fourth part of this epistle, which after the finishing of the
principal points of Christian doctrine, consists in the declaring of precepts of the
Christian life. And first of all he gives general precepts and grounds: the principal of
which is this, that every man consecrate himself wholly to the spiritual service of God,
and do as it were sacrifice himself, trusting the grace of God." |
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| From
Matthew Henry's
Commentary.
| "We receive from the Lord every day the fruits of his mercy. Let us render
ourselves; all we are, all we have, all we can do: and after all, what return is it for
such very rich receivings?" |
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| From
Wesley's Notes.
| "Gifts are various: grace is
one." |
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| From the
Commentary on the Whole Bible
(Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
| "The death of the one "Lamb of God, taking away the sin of the
world," has swept all dead victims from off the altar of God, to make room for the
redeemed themselves as "living sacrifices" to Him who made "Him to be sin
for us."" |
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| From
The People's
New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.
| "But a new order of sacrifice has come in. We should give
ourselves." |
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| Contemporary Commentary, Studies and Exegesis:
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"First
Thoughts on Year A Epistle Passages in the Lectionary,"
Pentecost 15, William Loader, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in
Australia.
| "When we are free
from the obsession with establishing our own importance we can then see
ourselves for who we are." |
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"Positively Maladjusted: Martin Luther King and 'Transformed
Nonconformity,'"
The Journey with
Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus
Foundation, 2008.
| "Paul is clear
about the general direction of the journey with Jesus: transformed
non-conformity." |
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"A New Vision of Righteousness: Paul's Exhortations in Romans 12-15,"
Peter L. Samuelson, Word & World, 1990. |
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"Sacrifice in Romans 12-15," Calvin J. Roetzel, Word & World,
1986. |
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"Life in God's Service,"
Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible
Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources. Includes detailed
textual notes. |
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"Life in Christian Community,"
Resources for Prophetic
Worship, Speaking to North Carolina Justice Issues, North Carolina Council
of Churches, 2008. |
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"Gifts of New Music," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at)
"Singing Our Lives," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian
Ethics at Baylor University, 2006. |
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"Heavenly Hunger," study guide for
adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at)
"Food
and Hunger," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian
Ethics at Baylor University, 2004. |
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"Conform or Transform?"
Sharron R. Lucas, Stewardship of Life Institute,
ELCA, 2008.
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"Being transformed means we take time to listen, time to discern the
will of God. Each Christian is invited to cultivate the discipleship
journey only he or she can make." |
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"The Road to
Renewal (Romans 12:1-2)," by Robert Deffinbaugh at the
Biblical Studies Foundation.
| "Paul’s words here not only
compare the Christian’s commitment to serve God to the Old Testament sacrifices, they
contrast it with their former lifestyle." |
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"Thinking
Straight About Spiritual Gifts (Romans 12:3-8)," by Robert Deffinbaugh at the
Biblical Studies Foundation.
| "Gifts are given and received in
various ways." |
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"The
Meekness, Membership, and Ministry of the Believer (Romans 12:3-8)," by Hampton
Keathley IV at the Biblical Studies Foundation.
| "The purpose of the allotted faith
and membership in the body is ministry to others in the body." |
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"The Renewal of
Perception: Romans 12:2 and Post Modernity," Doug Heidebrecht, Direction, 1996. |
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| Articles & Background:
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"Social Identity, the Virtues, and the Good Life: A New Approach to Romans
12:1 - 15:13," Philip F. Esler, Biblical Theology Bulletin, 2003.
| "...this part of the letter can be
interpreted both as Paul's attempt to outline descriptors of the new
identity his addressees experience as members of the Christ-movement,
especially in relation to agape, and as a vision of the moral life very
similar to the Aristotelian interest in the virtues as the means to
promote human flourishing." |
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| Articles in
ATLAS Journals. (Direct link when you are
subscribed and logged in to
ATLASerials online collection of Religion and Theology Journals.):
| Bartlett, David, "Preaching for
Ordinary Time," Journal for Preachers, 2008. (Section on this
text begins on page 47.)
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| Berding, Kenneth,
"Confusing Word and Concept in 'Spiritual Gifts': Have We Forgotten James
Bar's Exhortations?" Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society,
2000.
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| Brenner, Daniel S.,
"Late-Night Covenants: A Jewish Perspective on Sinai and Study,"
The Living Pulpit, 2005.
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| Bryant,
Robert A.,
"Between Text and Sermon: Romans 12:1-8," Interpretation,
2004.
(See also,
Romans, issue focus for
Interpretation, 2004.)
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Campbell, Charles L.,
"An Odd People," Journal for Preachers,
2002. Sermon.
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Engberg-Pedersen, Troels,
"Paul's Stoicizing Politics in Romans 12-13: The Role of 13:1-10 in the
Argument," Journal for the Study of the New Testament, 2006.
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| Heidebrecht, Doug,
"The Renewal of Perception: Romans 12:2 and Post Modernity,"
Direction, 1996.
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| Hiebert, D. Edmond,
"Presentation and Transformation: An Exposition of Romans 12:1-2,"
Bibliotheca Sacra, 1994.
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| Horrell, David G.,
"The Peaceable, Tolerant Community and the Legitimate Role of the State:
Ethics and Ethical Dilemmas in Romans 12:1-15:13," Review &
Expositor, 2003.
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| Jones, Peter Rhea, "The New Deadly
Sins, Romans 12:1-2," Ex Auditu, 2001.
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| Lamborn, Amy Bentley,
"Covenant Signs Abound," The Living Pulpit, 2005.
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| Mason, Elliott J., Sr.,
"Joy and Prayer," The Living Pulpit, 2006.
(see
Joy issue focus of The Living Pulpit 5.4, 1996.)
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| McKee, Elsie Anne,
"Calvin's Exegesis of Romans 12:8 -- Social, Accidental, or
Theological?" Calvin Theological Journal,
1988.
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| Peterson, David,
"Worship and Ethics in Romans 12," Tyndale Bulletin, 1993.
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| Roetzel, Calvin J.,
"Sacrifice in Romans 12-15," Word & World,
1986.
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| Samuelson, Peter L.,
"A New Vision of Righteousness: Paul's Exhortations in Romans 12-15,"
Word & World, 1990.
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| Smiga, George, "Romans
12:1-2 and 15:30-32 and the Occasion of the Letter to the Romans,"
The Catholic Biblical Quarterly,
1991.
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| Stoessel, Horace E.,
"Notes on Romans 12:1-2, The Renewal of the Mind and Internalizing the
Truth," Interpretation, 1963.
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| Thorsteinsson, Runar M.,
"Paul and Roman Stoicism: Romans 12 and Contemporary Stoic Ethics,"
Journal for the Study of the New Testament, 2006.
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| Westhelle, Vitor, "Paul's Reconstruction of Theology:
Romans 9-14 in Context," Word & World, 1984.
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| Sermons:
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"I Wonder
about God's Will for My Life," the Rev. Charles Reeb, Day 1,
2005. |
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"Offerings to God,"
"The
Body of Christ," from a series of sermons on the book of Romans by
Pastor Edward F. Markquart, Grace Lutheran Church in Des Moines, Washington. |
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"Quality Above
Power," Dr. Myron Augsburger, 30 Good
Minutes, Chicago Sunday Evening Club, 1995. |
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| With Children:
| "The Holy Spirit Brings Many Gifts to Us," Sunday School
Lessons: Family Bible Study, art projects, music, stories, etc. |
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"The Gift of
God," Jim Kerlin, childrensermons.com. |
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"Be A Living
Sacrifice to God,"
children's study, puzzles, coloring sheet, etc. Higher Praise Christian
Center. |
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"Learning
from a Flock of Geese," Geoff Wilson, sermons4kids.com. |
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"Everyone
Needs Tuning," Laura S. Young, sermons4kids.com. |
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| Drama:
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| Graphics & Bulletin Materials:
| Clip Art,
Romans 12:2, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators. |
| Romans 12:1, Heartlight - Free Christian PowerPoint Backgrounds. |
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| Hymns and Music:
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| Fine Arts Images Linked at The Text This Week's
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