Verse 9
Romans 12:9
Free Bible Version
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Love must be genuine. Hate what is evil; hold on tightly to what is good.
Original Language Text
greek
Ἡ ἀγάπη ἀνυπόκριτος. ἀποστυγοῦντες τὸ πονηρόν, κολλώμενοι τῷ ἀγαθῷ·
English Translation
Love is without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good.
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Chapter 12 Context
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Don't follow the ways of this world; instead be transformed by the spiritual renewal of your mind so...
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Let me explain to all of you, through the grace given to me, that no one should think of themselves...
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If it's the ministry of service then you should serve; if teaching then you should teach;
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if encouragement then you should encourage; if giving then you should give generously; if leadership...
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Love must be genuine. Hate what is evil; hold on tightly to what is good.
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Be completely dedicated to each other in your love as family; value others more than yourselves.
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Don't be unwilling to work hard; serve the Lord with an enthusiastic spirit.
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Remain cheerful in the hope you have, put up with the troubles that come, keep on praying.
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Share in providing for the needs of God (Elohim)'s people, and welcome strangers with hospitality.
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Bless those who persecute you—bless them, and don't curse them.
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Be happy with those who are happy; cry with those who are crying.
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Think about one another. Don't consider yourself more important than others; live humbly. Don't be c...
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Don't pay back anyone evil for evil. Make sure you show everybody that what you're doing is good,
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and as far as it's up to you, live at peace with everyone.
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My dear friends, don't seek revenge, but leave it to God (Elohim) to execute judgment—as Scripture p...
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If those who hate you are hungry, give them food; if they're thirsty, give them a drink; for by doin...
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