Romans 12
1 My fellow believers, since God has acted mercifully [toward you] in so many ways, I appeal to [all of] you that you present yourselves [SYN] [to him by making yourselves like] holy sacrifices [MET]. [Make yourselves sacrifices] that he is pleased with, sacrifices that are living/alive, [not ones that are dead/killed. Since God has done so much for you/us], this is the [only] appropriate way to serve him.
Liebe Brüder, ich beschwöre euch bei den göttlichen Erbarmungen, bringt eure Leiber als ein lebendiges, heiliges und Gott gefälliges Opfer dar. Dies sei euer geisterfüllter Gottesdienst.
2 Do not let anything non-Christian determine how you should act. Instead, let God change your [way of life] by making your way of thinking new, in order that you may know what he wants you to do. That is, you will know what is good, and you will know what pleases [God], and you will know how to be all that he wants you to be. (aiōn g165)
Werdet dieser Welt nicht ähnlich; sondern wandelt euch um durch einen neuen Geist, so daß ihr prüfen könnt, was Gottes Wille ist, was gut, wohlgefällig und vollendet ist. (aiōn g165)
3 Because God has kindly appointed me [to be his apostle], which I did not deserve, I say this to every one of you: Do not think about yourselves more highly than what is right for you to think! Instead, think [about yourselves] in a sensible way that [corresponds to the abilities] that God has given you [because] you trust [in Christ].
Kraft der mir geschenkten Gnade sage ich einem jeden aus euch: Denkt nicht höher von euch, als recht ist, denkt vielmehr bescheiden, wie Gott einem jeden das Maß des Glaubens zugemessen hat.
4 Although a person has one body, it consists of many parts. All of the parts are needed for [the body], but they do not all function the same way.
Denn wie wir an einem Leibe viele Glieder haben, nicht alle Glieder aber demselben Zwecke dienen,
5 Similarly we, [although we are] many, are [united into] one group because of our relationship with Christ, and we belong to one another. [So no one should act as though he] is needed by God more [than others are!]
so sind wir viele ein Leib in Christus, einzeln betrachtet aber Glieder,
6 [Instead], since each one of us can do various things that differ according to the abilities that [God has] given to us, [we should do them diligently and cheerfully]! Those whom [God has enabled] to speak messages from him [should speak] what corresponds to what they believe [God told them].
mit Gaben ausgestattet, die sich unterscheiden je nach der Gnade, die uns verliehen ward. Ist es die gotterfüllte Redegabe, so laßt sie uns gebrauchen entsprechend unserem Glauben.
7 [Those whom God has enabled] to serve [others] should do that. [Those whom God has enabled] to teach [his truth] should do that.
Ist es ein Amt in der Gemeinde, so bleibe er bei dem Amte. Ist es die Unterweisungsgabe, so unterweise er.
8 Those [whom God has enabled to] encourage/exhort [his people] should do that. Those who share [their goods/money with others] should do it sincerely/generously. Those who lead [the congregation] should do it wholeheartedly. Those who help the needy should do it cheerfully.
Und wer die Gabe des Trostes hat, der tröste. Wer Almosen ausspendet, tu es schlichten Sinnes. Der Vorsteher sei es mit allem Eifer. Und der Barmherzige sei es in Freudigkeit.
9 Love others sincerely! Hate what is evil! Continue to eagerly do what [God considers to be] good!
Die Liebe sei ohne Falsch. Haßt das Böse. Haltet fest am Guten.
10 Love one another as members of the same family do; and, you should be (the first ones/eager) to honor each other!
In brüderlicher Liebe seid einander innig zugetan. Zeichnet euch in Achtung voreinander aus.
11 Do not be lazy. [Instead], be eager [to serve the Lord] God!
Erlahmt nicht im Eifer. Seid feurigen Geistes. Dient dem Herrn.
12 Rejoice because you are confidently awaiting [what God will do for you]! When you suffer, be patient! Keep praying and never give up!
Seid fröhlich in der Hoffnung, geduldig in der Trübsal, beharrlich im Gebet.
13 If any of God’s people lacks anything, share with them [what you have]! Readily take care of [travelers who need a place to stay]!
Nehmt teil an den Bedürfnissen der Heiligen. Pflegt eifrig die Gastfreundschaft.
14 [Ask God to] be kind to those who (persecute you/cause you to suffer) [because you believe in Jesus! Ask him to] be kind to them; do not [ask him to] cause bad things to happen to them.
Segnet die, die euch verfolgen; segnet sie, verflucht sie nicht.
15 If someone is joyful, you should rejoice also! If someone is sad, you should also be sad!
Freut euch mit den Fröhlichen, weinet mit den Weinenden.
16 Desire for others what you desire for yourselves (OR, Live harmoniously with each other)! Do not do things because you want to be [famous]! Instead, be content to do [tasks that others consider that only] unimportant people do (OR, [to associate with unimportant] people). Do not consider yourselves wise.
Seid eines Sinnes miteinander. Seid nicht stolzen Sinnes, vielmehr befaßt euch auch mit niedrigeren Diensten. Haltet euch nicht selbst für klug.
17 Do not do something evil to anyone [who has done] something evil to you. Act in a way that all people will recognize as good!
Vergeltet niemand Böses Mit Bösem. Seid "vor allen Menschen nicht nur vor Gott auf das Gute bedacht."
18 Live peacefully with other people whenever it is possible, to the extent that you [can influence the situation].
Soweit es möglich ist und es auf euch ankommt, haltet mit allen Menschen Frieden.
19 [My fellow believers] whom I love, do not do something evil in return when people do something evil to you! Instead, allow [God] to punish them [MTY], because it is {someone has} written [in the Scriptures that] the Lord [said], “‘It is my responsibility to take revenge; I am the one who will punish [people who do something something evil to you] [DOU],’ says the Lord.”
Rächt euch nicht selber, Geliebteste, laßt vielmehr Raum für Gottes Zorn. Denn so steht geschrieben: "Mein ist die Rache; ich will vergelten, spricht der Herr."
20 Instead of [doing something evil to those who have done something evil to you], [do as the Scriptures teach]: “If your [(sg)] enemies are hungry, feed them! If they are thirsty, give them something to drink! By doing that, you [(sg)] will cause them to feel ashamed [and perhaps they will change their attitude toward you] [IDM].”
Im Gegenteil - "Wenn deinen Feind hungert, gib ihm zu essen, und wenn ihn dürstet, gib ihm zu trinken. Denn wenn du solches tust, wirst du glühende Kohlen ihm auf das Haupt sammeln."
21 Do not let evil [things that others have done to you] overcome you [(sg) by making you do evil things to them!] [PRS] Instead, overcome the evil [things that they have done] by [doing] good [deeds to them]!
Laß dich vom Bösen nicht überwinden, sondern überwinde das Böse durch das Gute.
