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Romans 12:11
New International Version
Romans 12:11
New International Version
11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor,(A) serving the Lord.
Romans 12:11
New Living Translation
Romans 12:11
New Living Translation
11 Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.[a]
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- 12:11 Or but serve the Lord with a zealous spirit; or but let the Spirit excite you as you serve the Lord.
Romans 12:11-13
The Message
Romans 12:11-13
The Message
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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Romans 12:11
Amplified Bible
Romans 12:11
Amplified Bible
11 never lagging behind in diligence; aglow in the Spirit, enthusiastically serving the Lord;
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Romans 12:11-13
New Living Translation
Romans 12:11-13
New Living Translation
11 Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.[a] 12 Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying. 13 When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.
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- 12:11 Or but serve the Lord with a zealous spirit; or but let the Spirit excite you as you serve the Lord.
Romans 12:11-13
The Message
Romans 12:11-13
The Message
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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Romans 12:11-13
Amplified Bible
Romans 12:11-13
Amplified Bible
11 never lagging behind in diligence; aglow in the Spirit, enthusiastically serving the Lord; 12 constantly rejoicing in hope [because of our confidence in Christ], steadfast and patient in distress, devoted to prayer [continually seeking wisdom, guidance, and strength], 13 contributing to the needs of God’s people, pursuing [the practice of] hospitality.
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