Romans 12:9

Love in Action

9 Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.

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Romans 12:9 in Other Translations

KJV

9 Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.

ESV

9 Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good.

NLT

9 Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good.

MSG

9 Love from the center of who you are; don't fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good.

CSB

9 Love must be without hypocrisy. Detest evil; cling to what is good.

Romans 12:9 In-Context

7 if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach;

8 if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.

9 Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.

10 Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.

11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.

Cross References 2

1. 2 Corinthians 6:6; 1 Timothy 1:5
2. Psalms 97:10; Amos 5:15; 1 Thessalonians 5:21,22