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Romans 12:21

Romans 12:21. “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”. “Overcome”. nikao ( nik‹v ) “To conquer; overcome, vanquish, subdue; absolutely to overcome, prevail” ( Analytical Greek Lexicon, Moulton, p.277). Overcoming Evil. This is a timely instruction

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Romans 12:21

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  1. Romans 12:21 “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”

  2. “Overcome” nikao (nik‹v) “To conquer; overcome, vanquish, subdue; absolutely to overcome, prevail” (Analytical Greek Lexicon, Moulton, p.277).

  3. Overcoming Evil This is a timely instruction • We live in evil times (Ephesians 5:11-16). • Satan tries to devour us (I Peter 5:8). • World of evil men & women (II Timothy 3:12-13).

  4. Overcoming Evil I. Success & Failure in Overcoming Evil. A. Joseph succeeded (Genesis 39:1-2; 7-12).

  5. Joseph’s Success • He said no. • He prepared himself to say no. • He fled.

  6. Overcoming Evil I. Success & Failure in Overcoming Evil. A. Joseph succeeded (Genesis 39:1-2; 7-12). B. Peter failed (Luke 22:54-62).

  7. Peter’s Failure • He left Jesus’ side. • He forgot who he was. • He hide who he was.

  8. Overcoming Evil II. How Can We Overcome Evil? A. Resist Evil (James 4:7). B. Fight with the Spirit’s sword (Matthew 4:3-4). C. Flee from its presence (II Timothy 2:22).

  9. Overcoming Evil II. How Can We Overcome Evil? D. Abstain from that which battles against the soul (I Peter 2:11). E. Guard our companions (I Corinthians 15:33).

  10. Overcoming Evil II. How Can We Overcome Evil? F. Meditate on what is right (Mark 7:20-23; Philippians 4:8). G. Trust in God’s promises (II Peter 2:9; I Corinthians 10:13).

  11. Overcoming Evil What will come from victory? • The crown of life (James 1:12). • Our name in the book of Life (Revelation 3:5). • Tree of life (Revelation 22:14).

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