Illustrations from Romans
1310 illustrations referencing Romans
St. Maximus the Confessor on Deification - Orthodox (Romans 12:1-2)
"The transformation of the mind is theosis—the human nous being renewed, illumined, united with divine truth. 'Do not be conformed to this world' means detachment from passions that cloud the mind. Th
N.T. Wright on New Creation Love - Anglican (Romans 8:38-39)
"Romans 8 climaxes creation's story: nothing in all creation can separate us because love has already defeated creation's enemies. Death, the last enemy, is conquered. The love holding us is resurrect
St. John Chrysostom on Infinite Love - Orthodox (Romans 8:38-39)
"Paul stretches language to express the inexpressible: nothing in height or depth, present or future, life or death. Why? Because God's love is infinite—and the infinite cannot be limited or separated
R.C. Sproul on Grace to the Ungodly - Reformed (Romans 5:8)
"While we were SINNERS—ungodly, hostile, helpless. God's love is not a response to our lovability but an expression of His nature. Grace is given to the undeserving; that's what makes it grace. Christ
Charles Ryrie on Providence in God's Plan - Dispensational (Romans 8:28)
"Romans 8:28 assures believers that God is orchestrating history according to His eternal plan. In this church age especially, all things work toward the calling up of the Bride. Our sufferings are no
E. Stanley Jones on Cooperation with Providence - Wesleyan (Romans 8:28)
"God doesn't promise to exempt us from trouble; He promises to work within the trouble. And note: it says those who LOVE God. Our loving cooperation with God is part of how things work together. We ar
Dietrich Bonhoeffer on Hidden Providence - Lutheran (Romans 8:28)
"I believe that God can and will bring good out of evil, even out of the greatest evil. For that purpose He needs human beings who make the best use of everything. I believe that God will give us all
Dietrich Bonhoeffer on Christ as God's Good Purpose - Christocentric (Romans 8:28)
"What does 'good' mean in Romans 8:28? The next verse answers: to be conformed to the image of Christ. God's good purpose is not our comfort but our Christlikeness. Everything that happens serves this
Practical Ascension - Contemporary Example
The content emphasizes the importance of reflecting on Romans 8:28 in relation to the concept of Ascension, encouraging individuals to engage with their communities and pray for guidance. It highlights that small acts of faithfulness can lead to significant community transformation and personal spiritual growth.
Living Out Piety - Teaching Material
The content emphasizes the importance of Piety in both personal and community contexts, encouraging individuals to reflect on their faith and engage with others. It highlights practical steps such as prayer, resource sharing, and meaningful conversations to foster spiritual growth and community transformation.
God's View on Global Pandemic & Community - Application
The content emphasizes the relevance of biblical wisdom, particularly from Romans 12:2, in addressing the challenges posed by the Global Pandemic and its impact on community life. It encourages individuals to reflect on their attitudes and actions, promoting a faith that is lived out with integrity and compassion in a changing world.
Practical Ascension - Illustration
The content emphasizes the importance of reflecting on Romans 8:28 in relation to the concept of Ascension, encouraging personal and community engagement through prayer, resource sharing, and meaningful conversations. It highlights that small acts of faithfulness can lead to significant community transformation.
God's View on Safety - Application
The biblical insight emphasizes the importance of understanding Safety through the lens of Scripture, particularly Romans 3:23. It encourages individuals to reflect on their attitudes towards Safety and to embody their faith with integrity and compassion amidst contemporary challenges.
God's View on Sustainability & Creation Care - Commentary
This biblical commentary emphasizes the importance of Sustainability and Creation Care as it relates to faith, drawing on Romans 12:2 for guidance. It encourages believers to reflect on their attitudes and actions, promoting a deeper understanding of how to integrate faith with environmental stewardship in a changing world.
God's View on Glory - Reflection
This theological reflection explores the concept of Glory as presented in Romans 8:28, emphasizing its relevance in today's complex world. It encourages individuals to examine their attitudes and actions, advocating for a faith lived out with integrity and compassion amidst modern challenges.
The Social Media & Faith Perspective - Reflection
This reflection explores the intersection of Social Media and Faith, emphasizing the relevance of Romans 12:2 in navigating contemporary challenges. It encourages individuals to reflect on their attitudes and actions, promoting a faith lived with integrity and compassion in a rapidly changing world.
Smith Wigglesworth on Spirit-Transformed Living - Pentecostal (Romans 12:1-2)
"Present your body to the Holy Spirit! When the Spirit fills you, transformation happens—supernatural, radical, complete! Your mind renewed by Spirit power thinks new thoughts; your body becomes a ves
God's View on Online Church & Community - Commentary
This biblical commentary explores the relevance of Romans 12:2 in the context of Online Church and Community, highlighting the challenges and opportunities faced by believers today. It encourages individuals to reflect on their attitudes and actions, promoting a faith that is lived out with integrity and compassion in a rapidly changing world.
Smith Wigglesworth on Spirit-Created New Life - Pentecostal (2 Corinthians 5:17)
"When the Spirit comes in, everything changes! Old habits fall away; new desires arise. New creation isn't gradual improvement but supernatural transformation. The same Spirit that raised Christ creat
Howard Thurman on Life Against Death - Black Church (Romans 6:23)
"The disinherited know death's wages intimately—lynching, poverty, despair. But God's gift is LIFE—abundant, dignified, eternal. The slave masters dealt death; God deals life. Choose life! The gift ou
R.C. Sproul on Justice and Grace - Reformed (Romans 6:23)
"Wages are just—sin deserves death; God would be righteous to pay what is owed. But the gift! Grace gives what is not deserved. In Christ, justice and mercy meet: our wages were paid by Him; His life
Practical Technology & Human Connection - Illustration
This content emphasizes the importance of reflecting on how technology impacts human connection, encouraging individuals to engage with their communities and pray for guidance. It highlights the potential for small acts of faithfulness to create significant positive changes in relationships and society.
Bill Johnson on Lavish Love - Charismatic (Romans 5:8)
"God DEMONSTRATED His love—showed it, proved it, DISPLAYED it! While we were sinners—at our WORST—Christ died! This love is AGGRESSIVE, PURSUING, LAVISH! It doesn't wait for us to get better; it INVAD
Howard Thurman on Love for the Disinherited - Black Church (Romans 8:38-39)
"The disinherited have been told they are unloved, unworthy, separated from God by their race, their poverty, their status. But Paul declares: NOTHING can separate! Not the lies of oppressors, not the