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Romans Bible Study

Romans 13:8 "Owe No One Anything?"

Owe no one anything, except to love each other, for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law.

Video Notes: 

  • Romans 13:8 – NIV “Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for he who loves his fellowman has fulfilled the law.” 
  • The key phrase that helps us interpret the entire passage is found in verse seven, “Render to all what is due them.” The rest of the passage simply clarifies this concept.
  • This doesn’t mean we can never borrow money, but that we should never have outstanding debts.
  • Exodus 22:25 and Psalm 15:5
  • Matthew 5:42
  • We were just told to give to everyone what they are owed, honor, respect, taxes, and revenue. Now, we are told to pay all other debts on time and that the only thing which remains outstanding is our love for others. We “owe” that to everyone in Christ and there is always more love to give.

In Christ’s Service,

Pastor Kurt