Romans 12:11
In your diligence be free from sloth. Be glowing in spirit. Slave for the master.
Montgomery New Testament
In The King James Version
Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;
In Context
10As for brotherly love, be tenderly affectionate one to another, in honor preferring one another.
12Rejoice in hope; be patient under affliction; continue stedfast in prayer.
Cross References
Matthew 25:26"‘You wicked and lazy slave,’ said his master. ‘You say you knew that I reap where I have not sowed, and gather where I have not scattered?
Matthew Henry on Romans 12:2-21
Consecration to God; Duty towards God; Duty towards Ourselves; Due Exercise of Spiritual Gifts; Duty towards Our Brethren; Brotherly Love; Love to Enemies. ( a. d. 58.) 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. 3 For I say,… Read the whole commentary →