John Trapp Complete Commentary - Romans 12:13
13 Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. Ver. 13. To the necessity ] Gr. χρειαις , to the uses of the saints, not staying till they be in necessity. read more
13 Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. Ver. 13. To the necessity ] Gr. χρειαις , to the uses of the saints, not staying till they be in necessity. read more
Distributing: Romans 12:8, Romans 15:25-Hosea :, Psalms 41:1, Acts 4:35, Acts 9:36-Mark :, Acts 10:4, Acts 20:34, Acts 20:35, 1 Corinthians 16:1, 1 Corinthians 16:2, 2 Corinthians 8:1-Numbers :, 2 Corinthians 9:1, 2 Corinthians 9:12, Galatians 6:10, Philemon 1:7, Hebrews 6:10, Hebrews 13:16, 1 John 3:17 given: Genesis 18:2-Ruth :, Genesis 19:1-Leviticus :, 1 Timothy 3:2, 1 Timothy 5:10, Titus 1:8, Hebrews 13:2, 1 Peter 4:9 Reciprocal: Genesis 18:6 - three Leviticus 25:35 - then Deuteronomy... read more
Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.Communicate to the necessities of the saints — Relieve all Christians that are in want. It is remarkable, that the apostle, treating expressly of the duties flowing from the communion of saints, yet never says one word about the dead.Pursue hospitality — Not only embracing those that offer, but seeking opportunities to exercise it. read more
2. Common mutual affections , Romans 12:9-16 . In this paragraph the qualities required are really within the sphere of the Christian Church, as promoting the common unity and edification. read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Romans 12:13-14
Romans 12:13-14Distributing to the necessity of saints.I. Who are the saints?1. All that truly believe in Christ are sanctified.2. All that profess to believe in Him (Philippians 1:1; Colossians 1:2; Revelation 7:9).II. What necessities? That they need our--1. Advice.2. Prayers (1 Timothy 2:1).3. Estates.III. What is it to distribute?1. To give them freely.2. To communicate with, because Christians (1 Corinthians 12:26-27).IV. Who ought to give.?1. Every one is to be willing to give (2... read more