Eight Marks of a Transformed Life https://wlbiblechurch.org/podcast/series/eight-marks-of-a-transformed-life/ Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:03:12 +0000 en-US © 2026 Wonder Lake Bible Church Building Mature Followers of Jesus Christ Wonder Lake Bible Church Wonder Lake Bible Church false https://s3.amazonaws.com/media.wlbiblechurch.org/2016/11/17155159/WLBC-podcast-cover-3000.jpg Eight Marks of a Transformed Life https://wlbiblechurch.org/podcast/series/eight-marks-of-a-transformed-life/ No yes 4a33f558-d710-5d42-a2f5-e41be9b592cf https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Righteousness https://wlbiblechurch.org/podcast/2010/11/righteousness/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://wlbiblechurch.com/?post_type=podcast&p=7869 A transformed life is marked by a passion for righteousness that overcomes evil with good. In part 8 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:21.

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Righteousness

  • morally just, correct, upright, good
  • As a believer, you are righteous “in Christ.”

Justification

  • The righteousness of Christ given to the believer by faith for eternity.

Sanctification

  • The righteousness of Christ increasingly manifested in the believer here and now.

Glorification

  • The righteousness of Christ perfectly manifested in the believer for eternity.

Overcome evil with good

  • Immediate context: Manifest righteousness toward those who harm you
  • Larger context: Manifest righteousness in the face of the world, the flesh and the Devil

Applying the Text

  • Are you overcoming evil with good?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a passion for righteousness that overcomes evil with good. In part 8 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:21.

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Study Notes

Righteousness

  • morally just, correct, upright, good
  • As a believer, you are righteous “in Christ.”

Justification

  • The righteousness of Christ given to the believer by faith for eternity.

Sanctification

  • The righteousness of Christ increasingly manifested in the believer here and now.

Glorification

  • The righteousness of Christ perfectly manifested in the believer for eternity.

Overcome evil with good

  • Immediate context: Manifest righteousness toward those who harm you
  • Larger context: Manifest righteousness in the face of the world, the flesh and the Devil

Applying the Text

  • Are you overcoming evil with good?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a passion for righteousness that overcomes evil with good. In part 8 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:21.

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Study Notes

Righteousness

  • morally just, correct, upright, good
  • As a believer, you are righteous “in Christ.”

Justification

  • The righteousness of Christ given to the believer by faith for eternity.

Sanctification

  • The righteousness of Christ increasingly manifested in the believer here and now.

Glorification

  • The righteousness of Christ perfectly manifested in the believer for eternity.

Overcome evil with good

  • Immediate context: Manifest righteousness toward those who harm you
  • Larger context: Manifest righteousness in the face of the world, the flesh and the Devil

Applying the Text

  • Are you overcoming evil with good?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a passion for righteousness that overcomes evil with good. In part 8 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:21.

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Study Notes

Righteousness

  • morally just, correct, upright, good
  • As a believer, you are righteous “in Christ.”

Justification

  • The righteousness of Christ given to the believer by faith for eternity.

Sanctification

  • The righteousness of Christ increasingly manifested in the believer here and now.

Glorification

  • The righteousness of Christ perfectly manifested in the believer for eternity.

Overcome evil with good

  • Immediate context: Manifest righteousness toward those who harm you
  • Larger context: Manifest righteousness in the face of the world, the flesh and the Devil

Applying the Text

  • Are you overcoming evil with good?
]]> false no 35:24 A transformed life is marked by a passion for righteousness that overcomes evil with good. In part 8 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:21.

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Study Notes

Righteousness

  • morally just, correct, upright, good
  • As a believer, you are righteous “in Christ.”

Justification

  • The righteousness of Christ given to the believer by faith for eternity.

Sanctification

  • The righteousness of Christ increasingly manifested in the believer here and now.

Glorification

  • The righteousness of Christ perfectly manifested in the believer for eternity.

Overcome evil with good

  • Immediate context: Manifest righteousness toward those who harm you
  • Larger context: Manifest righteousness in the face of the world, the flesh and the Devil

Applying the Text

  • Are you overcoming evil with good?
]]> No no Community https://wlbiblechurch.org/podcast/2010/10/community/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://wlbiblechurch.com/?post_type=podcast&p=7844 A transformed life is marked by a firm commitment to the community of believers and an attitude of grace toward all who harm. In part 7 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:13-20.

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Understanding the Text

The Community of Believers is to be characterized by…

Applying the Text

  • Are you firmly committed to the community of believers?
  • Do you extend grace to those who harm you?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a firm commitment to the community of believers and an attitude of grace toward all who harm. In part 7 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:13-20.

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Understanding the Text

The Community of Believers is to be characterized by…

Applying the Text

  • Are you firmly committed to the community of believers?
  • Do you extend grace to those who harm you?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a firm commitment to the community of believers and an attitude of grace toward all who harm. In part 7 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:13-20.

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Understanding the Text

The Community of Believers is to be characterized by…

Applying the Text

  • Are you firmly committed to the community of believers?
  • Do you extend grace to those who harm you?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a firm commitment to the community of believers and an attitude of grace toward all who harm. In part 7 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:13-20.

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Understanding the Text

The Community of Believers is to be characterized by…

Applying the Text

  • Are you firmly committed to the community of believers?
  • Do you extend grace to those who harm you?
]]> false no 40:20 A transformed life is marked by a firm commitment to the community of believers and an attitude of grace toward all who harm. In part 7 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:13-20.

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Understanding the Text

The Community of Believers is to be characterized by…

Applying the Text

  • Are you firmly committed to the community of believers?
  • Do you extend grace to those who harm you?
]]> No no Perspective https://wlbiblechurch.org/podcast/2010/10/perspective/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://wlbiblechurch.com/?post_type=podcast&p=7865 A transformed life is marked by a perspective of faith which enables the believer to be joyful in hope, patient in affliction and persistent in prayer. In part 6 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:12.

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Romans 12:12 in Different Translations

Romans 12:12 (New International Version)
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
Romans 12:12 (Amplified Bible)
Rejoice and exult in hope; be steadfast and patient in suffering and tribulation; be constant in prayer.
Romans 12:12 (The Message)
[Be] cheerfully expectant. Don’t quit in hard times; pray all the harder.
Romans 12:12 (New Living Translation)
Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Understanding the Text

  • A Perspective of Faith….
  • By faith…
    • Rejoice in hope
    • Be patient in affliction
    • Persist in prayer

Applying the Text

  • Do you view all things through the lens of faith?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a perspective of faith which enables the believer to be joyful in hope, patient in affliction and persistent in prayer. In part 6 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:12.

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Romans 12:12 in Different Translations

Romans 12:12 (New International Version)
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
Romans 12:12 (Amplified Bible)
Rejoice and exult in hope; be steadfast and patient in suffering and tribulation; be constant in prayer.
Romans 12:12 (The Message)
[Be] cheerfully expectant. Don’t quit in hard times; pray all the harder.
Romans 12:12 (New Living Translation)
Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Understanding the Text

  • A Perspective of Faith….
  • By faith…
    • Rejoice in hope
    • Be patient in affliction
    • Persist in prayer

Applying the Text

  • Do you view all things through the lens of faith?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a perspective of faith which enables the believer to be joyful in hope, patient in affliction and persistent in prayer. In part 6 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:12.

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Romans 12:12 in Different Translations

Romans 12:12 (New International Version)
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
Romans 12:12 (Amplified Bible)
Rejoice and exult in hope; be steadfast and patient in suffering and tribulation; be constant in prayer.
Romans 12:12 (The Message)
[Be] cheerfully expectant. Don’t quit in hard times; pray all the harder.
Romans 12:12 (New Living Translation)
Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Understanding the Text

  • A Perspective of Faith….
  • By faith…
    • Rejoice in hope
    • Be patient in affliction
    • Persist in prayer

Applying the Text

  • Do you view all things through the lens of faith?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a perspective of faith which enables the believer to be joyful in hope, patient in affliction and persistent in prayer. In part 6 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:12.

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Romans 12:12 in Different Translations

Romans 12:12 (New International Version)
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
Romans 12:12 (Amplified Bible)
Rejoice and exult in hope; be steadfast and patient in suffering and tribulation; be constant in prayer.
Romans 12:12 (The Message)
[Be] cheerfully expectant. Don’t quit in hard times; pray all the harder.
Romans 12:12 (New Living Translation)
Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Understanding the Text

  • A Perspective of Faith….
  • By faith…
    • Rejoice in hope
    • Be patient in affliction
    • Persist in prayer

Applying the Text

  • Do you view all things through the lens of faith?
]]> false no 35:39 A transformed life is marked by a perspective of faith which enables the believer to be joyful in hope, patient in affliction and persistent in prayer. In part 6 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:12.

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Romans 12:12 in Different Translations

Romans 12:12 (New International Version)
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
Romans 12:12 (Amplified Bible)
Rejoice and exult in hope; be steadfast and patient in suffering and tribulation; be constant in prayer.
Romans 12:12 (The Message)
[Be] cheerfully expectant. Don’t quit in hard times; pray all the harder.
Romans 12:12 (New Living Translation)
Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Understanding the Text

  • A Perspective of Faith….
  • By faith…
    • Rejoice in hope
    • Be patient in affliction
    • Persist in prayer

Applying the Text

  • Do you view all things through the lens of faith?
]]> No no Diligence https://wlbiblechurch.org/podcast/2010/10/diligence/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://wlbiblechurch.com/?post_type=podcast&p=7847 A transformed life is marked by a diligent enthusiasm in serving the Lord. In part 5 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:11.

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Romans 12:11 in Different Translations

Romans 12:11 (New International Version)
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord
Romans 12:11 (Amplified Bible)
Never lag in zeal and in earnest endeavor; be aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord.
Romans 12:11 (The Message)
Don’t burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame. Be alert servants of the Master
Romans 12:11 (New Living Translation)
Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Understanding the Text

  • Negative Command: Don’t be lazy!
  • Positive Command: Keep the fire burning as you serve the Lord!

Impediments to Diligent, Enthusiastic Service…

  • Unconfessed sin
  • Lack of discipline
  • Little faith
  • Service misfit
  • Trying to do too much

Helps for Diligent, Enthusiastic Service…

  • Holy Spirit
  • Hope

Applying the Text

  • Are you diligently and enthusiastically serving the Lord?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a diligent enthusiasm in serving the Lord. In part 5 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:11.

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Romans 12:11 in Different Translations

Romans 12:11 (New International Version)
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord
Romans 12:11 (Amplified Bible)
Never lag in zeal and in earnest endeavor; be aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord.
Romans 12:11 (The Message)
Don’t burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame. Be alert servants of the Master
Romans 12:11 (New Living Translation)
Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Understanding the Text

  • Negative Command: Don’t be lazy!
  • Positive Command: Keep the fire burning as you serve the Lord!

Impediments to Diligent, Enthusiastic Service…

  • Unconfessed sin
  • Lack of discipline
  • Little faith
  • Service misfit
  • Trying to do too much

Helps for Diligent, Enthusiastic Service…

  • Holy Spirit
  • Hope

Applying the Text

  • Are you diligently and enthusiastically serving the Lord?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a diligent enthusiasm in serving the Lord. In part 5 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:11.

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Study Notes

Romans 12:11 in Different Translations

Romans 12:11 (New International Version)
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord
Romans 12:11 (Amplified Bible)
Never lag in zeal and in earnest endeavor; be aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord.
Romans 12:11 (The Message)
Don’t burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame. Be alert servants of the Master
Romans 12:11 (New Living Translation)
Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Understanding the Text

  • Negative Command: Don’t be lazy!
  • Positive Command: Keep the fire burning as you serve the Lord!

Impediments to Diligent, Enthusiastic Service…

  • Unconfessed sin
  • Lack of discipline
  • Little faith
  • Service misfit
  • Trying to do too much

Helps for Diligent, Enthusiastic Service…

  • Holy Spirit
  • Hope

Applying the Text

  • Are you diligently and enthusiastically serving the Lord?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a diligent enthusiasm in serving the Lord. In part 5 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:11.

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Study Notes

Romans 12:11 in Different Translations

Romans 12:11 (New International Version)
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord
Romans 12:11 (Amplified Bible)
Never lag in zeal and in earnest endeavor; be aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord.
Romans 12:11 (The Message)
Don’t burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame. Be alert servants of the Master
Romans 12:11 (New Living Translation)
Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Understanding the Text

  • Negative Command: Don’t be lazy!
  • Positive Command: Keep the fire burning as you serve the Lord!

Impediments to Diligent, Enthusiastic Service…

  • Unconfessed sin
  • Lack of discipline
  • Little faith
  • Service misfit
  • Trying to do too much

Helps for Diligent, Enthusiastic Service…

  • Holy Spirit
  • Hope

Applying the Text

  • Are you diligently and enthusiastically serving the Lord?
]]> false no 39:42 A transformed life is marked by a diligent enthusiasm in serving the Lord. In part 5 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:11.

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Romans 12:11 in Different Translations

Romans 12:11 (New International Version)
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord
Romans 12:11 (Amplified Bible)
Never lag in zeal and in earnest endeavor; be aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord.
Romans 12:11 (The Message)
Don’t burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame. Be alert servants of the Master
Romans 12:11 (New Living Translation)
Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Understanding the Text

  • Negative Command: Don’t be lazy!
  • Positive Command: Keep the fire burning as you serve the Lord!

Impediments to Diligent, Enthusiastic Service…

  • Unconfessed sin
  • Lack of discipline
  • Little faith
  • Service misfit
  • Trying to do too much

Helps for Diligent, Enthusiastic Service…

  • Holy Spirit
  • Hope

Applying the Text

  • Are you diligently and enthusiastically serving the Lord?
]]> No no Love https://wlbiblechurch.org/podcast/2010/10/love/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://wlbiblechurch.com/?post_type=podcast&p=7860 A transformed life is marked by sincere, devoted love which clings to good and honors others. In part 4 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:9-10.

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Different Translations

Romans 12:9-10 (New International Version)
Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.
Romans 12:9-10 (Amplified Bible)
[Let your] love be sincere (a real thing); hate what is evil [loathe all ungodliness, turn in horror from wickedness], but hold fast to that which is good.
Love one another with brotherly affection [as members of one family], giving precedence and showing honor to one another.
Romans 12:9-10 (The Message)
Love from the center of who you are; don’t fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good. Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle.
Romans 12:9-10 (New Living Translation)
Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.

Understanding the Text

  • Love must be sincere
  • Sincere love…
    • Hates evil
    • Clings to what is good
    • Is devoted to one another
    • Honors one another

Applying the Text

  • Is your love sincere?
]]> A transformed life is marked by sincere, devoted love which clings to good and honors others. In part 4 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:9-10.

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Different Translations

Romans 12:9-10 (New International Version)
Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.
Romans 12:9-10 (Amplified Bible)
[Let your] love be sincere (a real thing); hate what is evil [loathe all ungodliness, turn in horror from wickedness], but hold fast to that which is good.
Love one another with brotherly affection [as members of one family], giving precedence and showing honor to one another.
Romans 12:9-10 (The Message)
Love from the center of who you are; don’t fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good. Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle.
Romans 12:9-10 (New Living Translation)
Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.

Understanding the Text

  • Love must be sincere
  • Sincere love…
    • Hates evil
    • Clings to what is good
    • Is devoted to one another
    • Honors one another

Applying the Text

  • Is your love sincere?
]]> A transformed life is marked by sincere, devoted love which clings to good and honors others. In part 4 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:9-10.

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Study Notes

Different Translations

Romans 12:9-10 (New International Version)
Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.
Romans 12:9-10 (Amplified Bible)
[Let your] love be sincere (a real thing); hate what is evil [loathe all ungodliness, turn in horror from wickedness], but hold fast to that which is good.
Love one another with brotherly affection [as members of one family], giving precedence and showing honor to one another.
Romans 12:9-10 (The Message)
Love from the center of who you are; don’t fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good. Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle.
Romans 12:9-10 (New Living Translation)
Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.

Understanding the Text

  • Love must be sincere
  • Sincere love…
    • Hates evil
    • Clings to what is good
    • Is devoted to one another
    • Honors one another

Applying the Text

  • Is your love sincere?
]]> A transformed life is marked by sincere, devoted love which clings to good and honors others. In part 4 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:9-10.

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Study Notes

Different Translations

Romans 12:9-10 (New International Version)
Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.
Romans 12:9-10 (Amplified Bible)
[Let your] love be sincere (a real thing); hate what is evil [loathe all ungodliness, turn in horror from wickedness], but hold fast to that which is good.
Love one another with brotherly affection [as members of one family], giving precedence and showing honor to one another.
Romans 12:9-10 (The Message)
Love from the center of who you are; don’t fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good. Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle.
Romans 12:9-10 (New Living Translation)
Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.

Understanding the Text

  • Love must be sincere
  • Sincere love…
    • Hates evil
    • Clings to what is good
    • Is devoted to one another
    • Honors one another

Applying the Text

  • Is your love sincere?
]]> false no 32:34 A transformed life is marked by sincere, devoted love which clings to good and honors others. In part 4 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:9-10.

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Different Translations

Romans 12:9-10 (New International Version)
Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.
Romans 12:9-10 (Amplified Bible)
[Let your] love be sincere (a real thing); hate what is evil [loathe all ungodliness, turn in horror from wickedness], but hold fast to that which is good.
Love one another with brotherly affection [as members of one family], giving precedence and showing honor to one another.
Romans 12:9-10 (The Message)
Love from the center of who you are; don’t fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good. Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle.
Romans 12:9-10 (New Living Translation)
Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.

Understanding the Text

  • Love must be sincere
  • Sincere love…
    • Hates evil
    • Clings to what is good
    • Is devoted to one another
    • Honors one another

Applying the Text

  • Is your love sincere?
]]> No no Service https://wlbiblechurch.org/podcast/2010/09/service/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://wlbiblechurch.com/?post_type=podcast&p=7873 A transformed life is marked by the use of gifts and abilities in humble service. In part 3 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:3-8.

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Study Notes

  • Where is my place of service within the church?

Understanding the Text

  1. Service Assessment (Romans 12:3)
  2. Service Value (Romans 12:4-5)
  3. Service Place (Romans 12:6-8)
  • Prophesying
  • Serving
  • Teaching
  • Encouraging
  • Giving
  • Leading
  • Showing Mercy

How can I know my place of service?

  • Prayerfully study the Scriptures (Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 4)
  • Spiritual Gift Studies
  • What are you good at?
  • What do you enjoy doing?
  • What do others see in you?
  • Serve where needed and explore

Applying the Text

  • Where is your place of service within the church?
]]> A transformed life is marked by the use of gifts and abilities in humble service. In part 3 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:3-8.

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Study Notes

  • Where is my place of service within the church?

Understanding the Text

  1. Service Assessment (Romans 12:3)
  2. Service Value (Romans 12:4-5)
  3. Service Place (Romans 12:6-8)
  • Prophesying
  • Serving
  • Teaching
  • Encouraging
  • Giving
  • Leading
  • Showing Mercy

How can I know my place of service?

  • Prayerfully study the Scriptures (Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 4)
  • Spiritual Gift Studies
  • What are you good at?
  • What do you enjoy doing?
  • What do others see in you?
  • Serve where needed and explore

Applying the Text

  • Where is your place of service within the church?
]]> A transformed life is marked by the use of gifts and abilities in humble service. In part 3 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:3-8.

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Study Notes

  • Where is my place of service within the church?

Understanding the Text

  1. Service Assessment (Romans 12:3)
  2. Service Value (Romans 12:4-5)
  3. Service Place (Romans 12:6-8)
  • Prophesying
  • Serving
  • Teaching
  • Encouraging
  • Giving
  • Leading
  • Showing Mercy

How can I know my place of service?

  • Prayerfully study the Scriptures (Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 4)
  • Spiritual Gift Studies
  • What are you good at?
  • What do you enjoy doing?
  • What do others see in you?
  • Serve where needed and explore

Applying the Text

  • Where is your place of service within the church?
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Study Notes

  • Where is my place of service within the church?

Understanding the Text

  1. Service Assessment (Romans 12:3)
  2. Service Value (Romans 12:4-5)
  3. Service Place (Romans 12:6-8)
  • Prophesying
  • Serving
  • Teaching
  • Encouraging
  • Giving
  • Leading
  • Showing Mercy

How can I know my place of service?

  • Prayerfully study the Scriptures (Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 4)
  • Spiritual Gift Studies
  • What are you good at?
  • What do you enjoy doing?
  • What do others see in you?
  • Serve where needed and explore

Applying the Text

  • Where is your place of service within the church?
]]> false no 38:11 A transformed life is marked by the use of gifts and abilities in humble service. In part 3 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:3-8.

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Study Notes

  • Where is my place of service within the church?

Understanding the Text

  1. Service Assessment (Romans 12:3)
  2. Service Value (Romans 12:4-5)
  3. Service Place (Romans 12:6-8)
  • Prophesying
  • Serving
  • Teaching
  • Encouraging
  • Giving
  • Leading
  • Showing Mercy

How can I know my place of service?

  • Prayerfully study the Scriptures (Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 4)
  • Spiritual Gift Studies
  • What are you good at?
  • What do you enjoy doing?
  • What do others see in you?
  • Serve where needed and explore

Applying the Text

  • Where is your place of service within the church?
]]> No no Renewal https://wlbiblechurch.org/podcast/2010/09/renewal/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://wlbiblechurch.com/?post_type=podcast&p=7868 A transformed life is marked by renewed thinking, which results in knowledge of God’s agenda for our lives. In part 2 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:2.

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Study Notes

  • How can I change?
  • How can I know God’s agenda for my life?

Understanding the Text

  • The Command: Do not conform… but be transformed…
  • The Result: You will know, and delight in, God’s will

The Process of Renewal

James MacDonald

I Really Want to Change… So, Help Me God

Applying the Text

  • Do you want to change?
  • Are you persevering in the transforming disciplines?
  • Do you delight in God’s will?
]]> A transformed life is marked by renewed thinking, which results in knowledge of God’s agenda for our lives. In part 2 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:2.

Learn more about Wonder Lake Bible Church

Contact Wonder Lake Bible Church

Study Notes

  • How can I change?
  • How can I know God’s agenda for my life?

Understanding the Text

  • The Command: Do not conform… but be transformed…
  • The Result: You will know, and delight in, God’s will

The Process of Renewal

James MacDonald

I Really Want to Change… So, Help Me God

Applying the Text

  • Do you want to change?
  • Are you persevering in the transforming disciplines?
  • Do you delight in God’s will?
]]> A transformed life is marked by renewed thinking, which results in knowledge of God’s agenda for our lives. In part 2 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:2.

Learn more about Wonder Lake Bible Church

Contact Wonder Lake Bible Church

Study Notes

  • How can I change?
  • How can I know God’s agenda for my life?

Understanding the Text

  • The Command: Do not conform… but be transformed…
  • The Result: You will know, and delight in, God’s will

The Process of Renewal

James MacDonald

I Really Want to Change… So, Help Me God

Applying the Text

  • Do you want to change?
  • Are you persevering in the transforming disciplines?
  • Do you delight in God’s will?
]]> A transformed life is marked by renewed thinking, which results in knowledge of God’s agenda for our lives. In part 2 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:2.

Learn more about Wonder Lake Bible Church

Contact Wonder Lake Bible Church

Study Notes

  • How can I change?
  • How can I know God’s agenda for my life?

Understanding the Text

  • The Command: Do not conform… but be transformed…
  • The Result: You will know, and delight in, God’s will

The Process of Renewal

James MacDonald

I Really Want to Change… So, Help Me God

Applying the Text

  • Do you want to change?
  • Are you persevering in the transforming disciplines?
  • Do you delight in God’s will?
]]> false no 35:34 A transformed life is marked by renewed thinking, which results in knowledge of God’s agenda for our lives. In part 2 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:2.

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Study Notes

  • How can I change?
  • How can I know God’s agenda for my life?

Understanding the Text

  • The Command: Do not conform… but be transformed…
  • The Result: You will know, and delight in, God’s will

The Process of Renewal

James MacDonald

I Really Want to Change… So, Help Me God

Applying the Text

  • Do you want to change?
  • Are you persevering in the transforming disciplines?
  • Do you delight in God’s will?
]]> No no Surrender https://wlbiblechurch.org/podcast/2010/09/surrender/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://wlbiblechurch.com/?post_type=podcast&p=7878 A transformed life is marked by a progressing surrender to God’s agenda. In part 1 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:1.

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Study Notes

“Transform”

  • to change in character or condition

“Surrender”

  • to yield to the power, control, or possession of another upon compulsion or demand

Understanding the Text

  • “Therefore…”
  • “I urge you…”
  • “in view of God’s mercy….”
  • ”Offer your bodies as living sacrifices…”
  • “Holy and pleasing to God…”
  • “This is your spiritual act of worship…”

The Journey of Surrender

Robert Boyd Munger

My Heart- Christ’s Home

Applying the Text

  • Are you trying to hide, or hold back, anything from God?
  • Are you progressing in surrender?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a progressing surrender to God’s agenda. In part 1 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:1.

Learn more about Wonder Lake Bible Church

Contact Wonder Lake Bible Church

Study Notes

“Transform”

  • to change in character or condition

“Surrender”

  • to yield to the power, control, or possession of another upon compulsion or demand

Understanding the Text

  • “Therefore…”
  • “I urge you…”
  • “in view of God’s mercy….”
  • ”Offer your bodies as living sacrifices…”
  • “Holy and pleasing to God…”
  • “This is your spiritual act of worship…”

The Journey of Surrender

Robert Boyd Munger

My Heart- Christ’s Home

Applying the Text

  • Are you trying to hide, or hold back, anything from God?
  • Are you progressing in surrender?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a progressing surrender to God’s agenda. In part 1 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:1.

Learn more about Wonder Lake Bible Church

Contact Wonder Lake Bible Church

Study Notes

“Transform”

  • to change in character or condition

“Surrender”

  • to yield to the power, control, or possession of another upon compulsion or demand

Understanding the Text

  • “Therefore…”
  • “I urge you…”
  • “in view of God’s mercy….”
  • ”Offer your bodies as living sacrifices…”
  • “Holy and pleasing to God…”
  • “This is your spiritual act of worship…”

The Journey of Surrender

Robert Boyd Munger

My Heart- Christ’s Home

Applying the Text

  • Are you trying to hide, or hold back, anything from God?
  • Are you progressing in surrender?
]]> A transformed life is marked by a progressing surrender to God’s agenda. In part 1 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:1.

Learn more about Wonder Lake Bible Church

Contact Wonder Lake Bible Church

Study Notes

“Transform”

  • to change in character or condition

“Surrender”

  • to yield to the power, control, or possession of another upon compulsion or demand

Understanding the Text

  • “Therefore…”
  • “I urge you…”
  • “in view of God’s mercy….”
  • ”Offer your bodies as living sacrifices…”
  • “Holy and pleasing to God…”
  • “This is your spiritual act of worship…”

The Journey of Surrender

Robert Boyd Munger

My Heart- Christ’s Home

Applying the Text

  • Are you trying to hide, or hold back, anything from God?
  • Are you progressing in surrender?
]]> false no 34:25 A transformed life is marked by a progressing surrender to God’s agenda. In part 1 of Eight Marks of a Transformed Life, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Romans 12:1.

Learn more about Wonder Lake Bible Church

Contact Wonder Lake Bible Church

Study Notes

“Transform”

  • to change in character or condition

“Surrender”

  • to yield to the power, control, or possession of another upon compulsion or demand

Understanding the Text

  • “Therefore…”
  • “I urge you…”
  • “in view of God’s mercy….”
  • ”Offer your bodies as living sacrifices…”
  • “Holy and pleasing to God…”
  • “This is your spiritual act of worship…”

The Journey of Surrender

Robert Boyd Munger

My Heart- Christ’s Home

Applying the Text

  • Are you trying to hide, or hold back, anything from God?
  • Are you progressing in surrender?
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