Illustrations from Romans
1310 illustrations referencing Romans
Moonlight: Who Is You? (Psalm 139:13-16)
Moonlight follows Chiron through three stages of life, shaped by trauma, poverty, and questions of identity he cannot voice. When drug dealer Juan baptizes young Chiron in the ocean, teaching him to f
Temporary Troubles, Eternal Glory - Prayer
This devotional emphasizes the transformative power of viewing suffering through an eternal lens, as articulated by Paul in 2 Corinthians and Romans. It encourages believers to understand that present hardships are temporary and serve a greater purpose in refining faith and motivating acts of justice and compassion in the present world.
Temporary Troubles, Eternal Glory - Story
The devotional reflects on Paul's teachings about suffering, emphasizing the importance of viewing present hardships through the lens of eternal glory. It highlights that while suffering is real, it serves a purpose in refining faith and motivating actions for justice and compassion in the present, rooted in the hope of future healing and glory.
Inside Out: Sadness Has a Place (Ecclesiastes 3:4)
In Riley's mind, Joy runs the show—keeping Sadness away from the control panel, ensuring only happy memories form. But when crisis hits, Joy's strategy collapses. The film's turning point comes when J
Temporary Troubles, Eternal Glory - Biblical Insight
The devotional reflects on Paul's teachings regarding suffering and the importance of viewing present troubles through the lens of eternal glory. It emphasizes that while suffering is real, it serves a purpose in refining faith and motivating actions towards justice and compassion in the present, grounded in the hope of future healing and glory.
Gran Torino: The Violence We Refuse (John 15:13)
Walt Kowalski is a Korean War veteran full of rage, racism, and regret. When his Hmong neighbors are threatened by a gang, everything in Walt wants to solve the problem with violence—he has the weapon
The Revenant: Revenge Is in God's Hands (Romans 12:19)
Hugh Glass is left for dead after a bear attack, watching his son murdered before his eyes. What follows is relentless survival driven by one goal: revenge. He crawls, climbs, bleeds, and refuses to d
Toy Story: The Fear of Being Replaced (Isaiah 43:4)
Woody has been Andy's favorite toy. Then Buzz Lightyear arrives—newer, shinier, more impressive. Woody's terror is existential: if he is not the favorite, who is he? His desperate attempts to eliminat
Gravity: Learning to Let Go and Live Again (Philippians 3:13-14)
Dr. Ryan Stone is adrift in space, untethered from everything—her spacecraft destroyed, her crewmates dead. She has been adrift emotionally far longer: her daughter died, and she has been going throug
Life of Pi: Stories We Need to Survive (Hebrews 11:1)
In Life of Pi, a young man survives 227 days adrift in the Pacific with a Bengal tiger. Or does he? The film ends with Pi asking which story the writer prefers—the fantastic one with the tiger, or the
WALL-E: Tending Creation After We Failed (Genesis 2:15)
WALL-E is the last robot on Earth, still fulfilling his programming centuries after humans abandoned the planet they destroyed. He compacts trash, sorts treasures, and tends a single plant. The Lord G
The Shack: Where Is God When Children Suffer? (Job 38:1-4)
Mack's daughter is murdered, and his faith collapses. He receives a note, apparently from God, inviting him to the shack where his daughter was killed. There he encounters the Trinity—not as he expect
Daily Culture
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Culture in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Romans 12:2. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Culture. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Culture i...
Daily Evangelism
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Evangelism in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Romans 12:2. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Evangelism. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Eva...
Evening Prayer: Social Justice & Christianity
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Social Justice & Christianity in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Romans 12:2. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Social Justice & Christianity. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God m...
Spiritual Insight: Interfaith Dialogue
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Interfaith Dialogue in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Romans 8:19-22. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Interfaith Dialogue. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom of justice and pea...
Modern Examples of Reconciliation and Forgiveness
In our modern world, Reconciliation and Forgiveness presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Romans 16:1-2 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Reconciliation and Forgiveness. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and respo...
Modern Examples of We Have What We Need to Practice Love
In our modern world, We Have What We Need to Practice Love presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Romans 12:18 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding We Have What We Need to Practice Love. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understand...
Lessons from Women and Church Leadership
In our modern world, the question of women in church leadership continues to challenge traditional structures. Consider the story of Sarah, a young woman who felt called to ministry but was told by her denomination that women couldn't be pastors. Instead of giving up, she started a small house church in her community, focusing on social justice and inclusive worship. Within two years, her congregation had grown to include people from various backgrounds who felt unwelcome in traditional churches...
Quiet Time: Climate Change & Stewardship
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Climate Change & Stewardship in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Romans 12:2. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Climate Change & Stewardship. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God mig...
Finding Leading Toward Peace in Everyday Moments
In our modern world, Leading Toward Peace presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Romans 8:19-22 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Leading Toward Peace. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the comple...
Evening Prayer: Economic Justice and the Kingdom
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Economic Justice and the Kingdom in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Romans 16:1-2. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Economic Justice and the Kingdom. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your k...
Contemplating Peace
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Peace in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Romans 12:2. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Peace. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Peace in a wa...
The We Have What We Need to Practice Love Challenge
In our modern world, We Have What We Need to Practice Love presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Romans 12:18 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding We Have What We Need to Practice Love. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understand...