How to treat others equally, per Romans 2:11?
How can believers ensure they treat others without favoritism, as Romans 2:11 teaches?

The Foundation: Romans 2:11

“For God does not show favoritism.”

If the Lord Himself is utterly impartial, His people must mirror that same heart.


See Everyone through God’s Eyes

• Every person bears His image (Genesis 1:27)

• Christ’s blood was shed for “whoever believes” (John 3:16)

• In Christ, “You are all one” (Galatians 3:28)


Guard Your Heart from Hidden Biases

• Ask the Spirit to expose attitudes picked up from culture or upbringing

• Confess partiality the moment it appears—James 2:9 warns, “if you show favoritism, you sin”

• Remember the cross levels everyone: rich/poor, educated/uneducated, insider/outsider


Let Scripture Lead Your Interactions

James 2:1—“do not show favoritism”

Leviticus 19:15—“do not show partiality to the poor or favoritism to the rich”

Proverbs 24:23—“showing partiality in judgment is not good”

Acts 10:34-35—Peter learned that “God does not show favoritism… but accepts from every nation the one who fears Him”


Practical Ways to Walk Impartially

• Speak first to the person everyone else overlooks

• Make decisions by objective criteria, not social standing

• Rotate hospitality lists so every believer shares your table

• Listen twice as much as you talk, especially to those unlike you

• Celebrate diverse gifts during group discussions or ministry planning

• When correcting, use the same standard for friend and stranger

• In giving, let need—not flattery—guide generosity


Rely on the Spirit’s Power

• Impartiality is fruit, not mere effort (Galatians 5:22-23)

• Stay in step with Him; He prompts conviction when bias creeps in

• Trust that obedience to Romans 2:11 puts the gospel on display before a watching world

In what ways can the church reflect God's impartiality in its community?
Top of Page
Top of Page