(A)Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if (B)prophecy, (C)in proportion to our faith; if (D)service, in our serving; the one who teaches, in his teaching; the one who exhorts, in his exhortation; the one who contributes, in generosity; (E)the one who leads,[a] with zeal; the one who does acts of mercy, with (F)cheerfulness.

Marks of the True Christian

(G)Let love be genuine. (H)Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. 10 (I)Love one another with brotherly affection. (J)Outdo one another in showing honor. 11 Do not be slothful in zeal, (K)be fervent in spirit,[b] (L)serve the Lord. 12 (M)Rejoice in hope, (N)be patient in tribulation, (O)be constant in prayer. 13 (P)Contribute to the needs of the saints and (Q)seek to show hospitality.

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  1. Romans 12:8 Or gives aid
  2. Romans 12:11 Or fervent in the Spirit

We have different gifts,(A) according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying,(B) then prophesy in accordance with your[a] faith;(C) if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach;(D) if it is to encourage, then give encouragement;(E) if it is giving, then give generously;(F) if it is to lead,[b] do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.

Love in Action

Love must be sincere.(G) Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.(H) 10 Be devoted to one another in love.(I) Honor one another above yourselves.(J) 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor,(K) serving the Lord. 12 Be joyful in hope,(L) patient in affliction,(M) faithful in prayer.(N) 13 Share with the Lord’s people who are in need.(O) Practice hospitality.(P)

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  1. Romans 12:6 Or the
  2. Romans 12:8 Or to provide for others