Summary: Paul under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit delineates how we are to yield our lives to the will of God.

“The Surrendered Christian” – Part 1 of 2

Romans 12:1-2

I. The SURRENDERED Christian. (vv. 1-2)

1. The CALL. (v. 1a) I beseech you therefore brethren by the mercies of God Romans 15:30; 1 Corinthians 1:10; 2 Corinthians 5:20; 10:1; Ephesians 4:1; 1 Thessalonians 4:1; Hebrews 13:22

2. The CONSECRATION. (v. 1b) that ye present your bodies Romans 6:12-13; 1 Corinthians 3:16; 6:19-20; Hebrews 10:22

3. The CHARGE. (v. 1c) a living sacrifice Luke 9:23; 1 Corinthians 5:7-8; 2 Corinthians 4:16; 1 Peter 2:5

4. The CHALLENGE. (v. 1d) holy, acceptable unto God Leviticus 11:44; 19:2; 1 Peter 1:15-16; Hebrews 12:14; Ephesians 5:10

5. The COMMAND. (v. 1e) which is your reasonable service Hebrews 12:28; 1 Samuel 12:24; Psalm 50:23; 96:8; 2 Corinthians 5:15; 8:5