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Romans 16:19 · KJV

"For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil."

King James Version

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Passage Context

17Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them.
18For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.
19For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil.
20And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.
21Timotheus my workfellow, and Lucius, and Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen, salute you.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does your obedience to God impact those around you?

2

What does it mean for you to be wise concerning good and evil?

3

When have you had to discern between right and wrong in your life?

Life Application

faith

Commit to living out your faith actively and obediently.

discernment

Seek wisdom in your decisions, focusing on what is good.

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