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    Romans 8:31-39: The Joy of Giving Yourself Away

    In this episode, Ross O’Hair and Beau Brezina explore the profound concepts of transformation and sacrifice as presented in Romans 12:1-2. What does it mean to be a living sacrifice? How can we embrace transformation through the renewal of our minds? Listen in as Ross and Beau unravel how our everyday acts of kindness, forgiveness, and service are not burdens but joyful responses to God’s incredible love and mercy. This conversation will inspire us to renew our minds, embrace Christ’s work in us, and live out the sacrificial love that impacts our relationships with God and others.
    Romans 12:1-2 - The Gift of Giving Yourself Away - Season 3, Episode 21

    Romans 12:1-2: The Joy of Giving Yourself Away: S3-E21

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    Romans 8:31-39: The Joy of Giving Yourself Away: Season 3, Episode 21

    January 16, 2025 • 18 min

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    Notes:

    In this episode, Ross O’Hair and Beau Brezina explore the profound concepts of transformation and sacrifice as presented in Romans 12:1-2. What does it mean to be a living sacrifice? How can we embrace transformation through the renewal of our minds? Listen in as Ross and Beau unravel how our everyday acts of kindness, forgiveness, and service are not burdens but joyful responses to God’s incredible love and mercy. This conversation will inspire us to renew our minds, embrace Christ’s work in us, and live out the sacrificial love that impacts our relationships with God and others.

    Key Verses:

    Romans 12:1-2 (ESV): “I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

    Quotes:

    “Offering ourselves as a “living sacrifice” is not a heavy burden—it’s a delight birthed out of the love that God has poured into our hearts.”

    “Transformation begins with renewing your mind; it’s about letting the Holy Spirit reshape your beliefs to align with God’s truth.”

    “Sacrifice isn’t about losing something; it’s about giving yourself fully to the joy of loving God and others.”

    Outline:

    1. Introduction (00:00)
    2. Scripture Reading (01:02)
    3. Why We’re Skipping Chapters 9–11 (01:29)
    4. The Heart Behind a “Living Sacrifice” (01:58)
    5. A Fresh Look at the Word “Sacrifice” (03:14)
    6. Transformation Starts in the Mind (07:21)
    7. Real-Life Examples of Practicing Sacrifice (09:05)
    8. Overcoming Worldly Conditioning (10:29)
    9. The Sacrifice of Forgiveness and Love (14:53)
    10. Key Takeaway and Conclusion (17:26)

    Music:

    • Here Forever by Adigold
    • Emotion by Tonydrumer

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    Show Credits:

    Hosted by: Ross O’Hair
    Participating Staff: Beau Brezina
    Scripture Read By: Ben Brezina
    Edited by:     Ross O’Hair and Ben Brezina

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