Romans 6:13

French NEG79 1979 (Segond Nouvelle Edition de Genève 1979)

Ne livrez pas vos membres au péché, comme des instruments d'iniquité; mais donnez-vous vous-mêmes à Dieu, comme étant vivants de morts que vous étiez, et offrez à Dieu vos membres, comme des instruments de justice.

Que signifie ce verset ?

This verse from Romans tells us not to let our bodies do bad things for sin, but instead to give ourselves fully to God and use our bodies to do good things for Him.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine your body is like a toy. This verse says don't use the toy to break rules or hurt others. Instead, use it to help people and make God happy, just like you'd play nicely with your toys.

Contexte historique

The Apostle Paul wrote Romans around 56-58 AD to Christians in Rome. He was addressing their questions about living a life of righteousness after salvation from sin.

Application pour aujourd'hui

Imagine you're at work and tempted to gossip about coworkers. Instead, use that energy to encourage them or help with extra tasks, showing God's love through your actions.

Thèmes

• sin
• righteousness
• salvation
• obedience
• God's will
• spiritual growth

Versets liés

• Ephesians 5:10
• Galatians 5:24
• Romans 12:1-2
• James 1:22
• Psalm 37:27

Questions fréquentes

Why do we need to yield ourselves to God?

Yielding ourselves to God helps us align our lives with His will, leading to a more fulfilling and righteous life.

What are 'members' in this verse?

'Members' refers to the parts of your body. The verse encourages using all aspects of yourself for good instead of evil.

How can we practically apply Romans 6:13?

We can apply it by setting personal goals that reflect God's values, like being kind or honest in daily interactions.

What does 'alive from the dead' mean here?

'Alive from the dead' refers to spiritual rebirth after salvation, emphasizing our new life and purpose for righteousness.