CELL SHARING NOTES

In Romans 12:1-2, Paul calls believers not to be conformed to the world but to be transformed. In Romans 12:3-8, what important doctrine does Paul associate with such non-conformity and transformation? Why is this association so often overlooked?

What word-picture does Paul use to describe the relationship among those who believe upon Christ? Why is this word-picture so appropriate? What are the dangers of an inorganic view of the church?

In Romans 12:6-8, Paul highlights the reality of differing functions among the members of Christ's body. How do these differing gifts relate to Paul's overall point in Romans 12:3-8? Why should this result in humility for every believer?