1388 illustrations referencing Romans
A man struggled with expensive cell phone bills, carefully monitoring every minute and text to avoid overages. He lived in constant anxiety, always checking his usage, rationing his calls. One day, hi...
Paul's perspective on suffering reveals the transformative power of eternal thinking: 'For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all' (2 Corint...
A famous artist was creating his masterpiece when his young apprentice accidentally knocked over a jar of black paint, splattering it across the canvas. The apprentice was horrified, certain he had ru...
This devotional emphasizes the importance of engaging in Interfaith Dialogue through the lens of God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to reflect on their role in bringing hope and healing to the world, highlighting that personal spiritual growth is intertwined with the transformation of society.
This devotional encourages reflection on Interfaith Dialogue through the lens of God's love and justice, as highlighted in Romans 8:19-22. It emphasizes the importance of engaging with others compassionately to bring hope and healing, while also working towards the transformation of the world into a kingdom of justice and peace.
This devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of engaging with Women and Church Leadership through the lens of God's love and justice. It calls for personal transformation that extends into the community, encouraging individuals to bring hope and healing while working towards a just and peaceful world.
The content highlights the ongoing challenge of women's roles in church leadership through the story of Sarah, who established an inclusive house church despite traditional barriers. It emphasizes the biblical principle of equality in Christ and the importance of recognizing the diverse gifts of all individuals in ministry.
This devotional emphasizes the importance of Nonviolent Resistance as a means of embodying God's love and justice in the world. It encourages individuals to reflect on their role in promoting hope and healing, while also transforming their surroundings through compassionate actions that align with divine principles.
This devotional prayer emphasizes the importance of engaging with Economic Justice through the lens of God's love and compassion. It calls for personal transformation that leads to actions reflecting God's character, ultimately aiming to bring justice and peace to the world.
This devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of engaging in Nonviolent Resistance through the lens of God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to reflect on their actions and to be agents of transformation in the world, embodying compassion and hope as they seek to honor the divine image in all people.
This devotional reflects on the role of women in church leadership and encourages engagement with this topic through a lens of love and justice. It emphasizes the importance of personal transformation to effect change in the world, aligning one's actions with God's character of compassion and justice.
The devotional encourages reflection on Nonviolent Resistance through the lens of God's love and justice, urging individuals to engage in compassionate actions that promote transformation in the world. It emphasizes the importance of personal growth as a means to contribute to the broader mission of justice and peace, inspired by biblical teachings.
This devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of engaging with Economic Justice through a lens of love and compassion, inspired by biblical wisdom. It calls for personal transformation that leads to active participation in bringing justice and hope to the world, aligning one's actions with the character of God.
This devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of engaging in Nonviolent Resistance through the lens of God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to seek transformation not only for themselves but also for the world around them, embodying hope and compassion in their actions.
This devotional emphasizes the importance of engaging in Nonviolent Resistance through the lens of God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to reflect on their actions and strive for transformation in themselves and the world, embodying compassion and hope in their pursuit of justice.
This reflection emphasizes the importance of understanding how progressive Christian theology informs our engagement with contemporary issues, particularly through the lens of love and justice. It challenges believers to consider the implications of their faith in fostering human dignity and divine love within their communities.
This reflection emphasizes the importance of practicing love through a progressive Christian lens, as informed by Romans 8:19-22. It challenges believers to consider the implications of their faith on social justice and community engagement, highlighting the transformative power of divine love in addressing contemporary issues.
The sermon illustration emphasizes the Christian call to respond to gun violence with both compassion and proactive measures. It highlights Pastor Maria's efforts to support affected families and advocate for systemic change, illustrating the importance of being peacemakers and working towards a more just society as outlined in Romans 8:19-22.
This devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of engaging in Nonviolent Resistance through the lens of God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to act with compassion and to be agents of transformation in the world, reflecting God's character and working towards justice and peace.
The illustration highlights the challenges faced by women in church leadership through the story of Sarah, who established a house church focused on inclusivity and social justice. It emphasizes the biblical principle of equality in Christ as articulated in Romans 8:19-22, advocating for the recognition and affirmation of all spiritual gifts regardless of gender.
The story of Sarah illustrates the challenges and triumphs of women in church leadership, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and service in ministry. It highlights the belief that the Spirit empowers all individuals, regardless of gender, to contribute to the church's mission, aligning with the biblical message of equality in Christ.
This theological reflection explores the intersection of love and progressive Christian theology, emphasizing the importance of human dignity and divine love. It challenges believers to consider how their faith informs their actions in pursuit of justice and peace within their communities and the broader world.
This devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of engaging in Interfaith Dialogue through the lens of God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to act with compassion and to seek transformation not only in their personal lives but also in the world around them, reflecting God's character and working towards justice and peace.
This devotional prayer emphasizes the importance of using inclusive language for God, reflecting on how it can promote love and justice in our lives. It encourages individuals to engage with this concept as a means of personal and communal transformation, ultimately working towards a world characterized by hope and healing.