Romans Chapter 12 - 16: A Shaping Gospel Today's Readings: Leviticus 19:9-18 Romans 13:1-14 In this sermon on Romans 13:1–14 and Leviticus 19:9–18, Steve Dinning explores what it means to live “gospel-shaped Mondays” by being faithful citizens, loving neighbours, and living in light of Christ’s return. Using relatable modern-day scenarios, he unpacks Paul’s call to submit to governing authorities as established by God (Romans 13:1–7), to fulfil the ongoing debt of love to others as the heart of the law (Romans 13:8–10; Leviticus 19:18), and to “put on the Lord Jesus Christ” while rejecting deeds of darkness (Romans 13:11–14). The message challenges believers to let the gospel shape everyday decisions, relationships, and priorities in view of God’s mercy. 5 Questions to Think About: 1. How does Romans 13:1–2 challenge your attitude toward government authorities, especially when you disagree with them? 2. What does it mean for you personally to have an “ongoing debt to love one another” (Romans 13:8)? 3. In what situations do you find it most difficult to “love your neighbour as yourself” (Leviticus 19:18; Romans 13:9–10)? 4. How does the reality that “our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed” (Romans 13:11) shape your daily choices? 5. What might it look like for you to “clothe yourself with the Lord Jesus Christ” (Romans 13:14) in a current challenge you face?   3 Things to Take Away: 1. God’s sovereignty over authority — All governing powers ultimately derive their authority from God (Romans 13:1–2), and our submission reflects trust in His order. 2. Love as the fulfilment of the law — Every command is summed up in loving your neighbour as yourself (Leviticus 19:18; Romans 13:8–10). 3. Live ready for Christ’s return — Put aside deeds of darkness and intentionally live in the light of Jesus’ coming day (Romans 13:11–14). Figtree Anglican Church figtree.church