As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are “Set Apart” for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness “for the sake of HIS name among all the nations.”

Because of the AWESOMENESS of JESUS and HIS blessing of life to us we get to be people that look like HIM and live for HIS glory in this world. HE has gifted us and blessed us to be a blessing!

Discussion Questions -

Please re-read Romans 12:3-8

How do grace, humility and faith go together as a foundation for using the gifts GOD has given for HIS glory and the benefit of others? (please read 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 & 28 for additional lists of Spiritual Gifts and go to the link for a Spiritual Gifts survey if you're interested)

Please re-read Romans 12:9-21

There are at least 28 instructions on how to live out our faith in JESUS in verses 9-21. What are some you are doing well, some you struggle with and one or two that stood out as you read them?

What is a practical example of living "in harmony with one another" as CHRIST followers?

Please re-read Romans 13:1-7

What are some reasons we should submit to "governing authorities" mentioned in these 7 verses? Is there ever a time we shouldn't obey/submit to governing authorities?

Does GOD appointing leaders mean also that HE approves of everything they do? Please explain your answer.

Please re-read Romans 13:8-14

What does it mean to "put on the LORD JESUS CHRIST"? What are some practical ways for you to do so in your everyday life?

Please pray for the desire (and follow through) to live out love for JESUS and others as an expression of gratitude for all that JESUS has done for you.

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