Romans 12:7

And there is that of ministration, possessed by one in his ministry. And there is that of a teacher, in his teaching.

James Murdock's Translation of the Syriac Peshitta

In The King James Version

Or ministry, let us wait on our ministering: or he that teacheth, on teaching;

In Context

6But we have different gifts, according to the grace given to us. There is that of prophecy, according to the measure of his faith.

8And there is that of a consoler, in his consoling: And that of a giver, with simplicity: And that of a presider, with dexterity: And of a sympathizer, with cheerfulness.

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Cross References

Matthew 24:45Who then, is that faithful and wise servant, whom his lord hath placed over his domestics, to give them their food in its time?

Luke 12:42Jesus said to him: Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom his lord will place over all his domestics, to give them their portion in due time?

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 →

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