11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor,(A) serving the Lord.

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11 not lagging behind in diligence, (A)fervent in spirit, (B)serving the Lord;

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11-13 Don’t burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame. Be alert servants of the Master, cheerfully expectant. Don’t quit in hard times; pray all the harder. Help needy Christians; be inventive in hospitality.

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11 never lagging behind in diligence; aglow in the Spirit, enthusiastically serving the Lord;

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11 Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.[a]

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Footnotes

  1. 12:11 Or but serve the Lord with a zealous spirit; or but let the Spirit excite you as you serve the Lord.