jueves, 26 de noviembre de 2015

Romans 12-16. Live as Saints Should Live


1.    Review Romans 13:11 and look for what is “nearer.” 
Our Salvation is nearer than what we think.

Read Ezekiel 3:20; Doctrine and Covenants 14:7; and explain in writing what we must continue doing to work out our salvation.
For me these passages emphasize the importance of doing good to persevere to the end of our days. Every effort is important and contributes to meet our goal of earn the Eternal Life.

2.    In Romans 12-13 Paul gave much counsel that leads to salvation. Read each of the following verses and list what Paul taught would help lead to salvation:
·                       Romans 12:1 To give yourself to the Lord in service.
·                       Romans 12:2 Renew our mind
·                       Romans 12:9 love without hypocrisy; it is love unfeigned
·                       Romans 12:13 Serve others and have charity.
·                       Romans 12:16 Be humble
·                       Romans 12:21 Overcome evil with good.
·                       Romans 13:1 Respect and support our authorities
·                       Romans 13:3 Do good.
·                       Romans 13:8 avoid debt and love one another.
·                       Romans 13:9 Obey the commandments.

3.    Review Romans 14:1-13; 15:1-3. Then write answers to the following questions:
·               What cautions did Paul give about judging?
He reminds us that only God can judge men. Someday He will judge us and he will do it the same way we did it with others.

·        People may have different opinions and practices, but what is most important to remember?
The unit is very important within the Church members. Everyone has different gifts and together we can bless and strengthen each other.

·               What additional insight comes from reading Doctrine and Covenants 38:25-27?
God loves us all equally. Likewise we should be with others; not making any discrimination or difference. 

4.    Review Romans 15:25-26, 31; 16:2, 15. Write the term Paul frequently used to refer to members of the Church in his day.
He referred to the members of the Church as "saints."