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Living Out Love - Teaching Material

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Paul's exhortation in Romans 12:2 implores us to “not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind.” This transformation...

This is application points on love and humility, drawing on Romans 12:2. It carries an emotional tone of love, encouragement and hope.

Paul's exhortation in Romans 12:2 implores us to “not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind. ” This transformation is rooted in love—agape love—which compels us to see not just the surface but the heart of every situation and every person we encounter. It is a love that thrives on humility, recognizing that we are all in need of grace.…

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