Romans 15:1
Now we who are strong ought to bear the weaknesses of the weak, and ought not to please ourselves.
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
We then that are strong ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not to please ourselves.
In Context
2Let each one of us please his neighbor for that which is good, in order to build him up.
Cross References
Romans 4:20But because of God's promise, Abraham did not hesitate in unbelief. Instead, he was strengthened in faith and gave praise to God.
1 Corinthians 4:10We are fools for Christ's sake, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You are held in honor, but we are held in dishonor.
1 Corinthians 12:22But the members of the body that appear to be weaker are essential,
Galatians 6:1Brothers, if someone is caught in any trespass, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Be concerned about yourself, so you also may not be tempted.
1 Thessalonians 5:14We exhort you, brothers: Warn the disorderly, encourage the discouraged, help the weak, and be patient toward all.
1 John 2:14I have written to you, fathers, because you know the one who is from the beginning. I have written to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God remains in you, and you have overcome the evil one.
Matthew Henry on Romans 15:1
The apostle, in this chapter, continues the discourse of the former, concerning mutual forbearance in indifferent things; and so draws towards a conclusion of the epistle. Where such differences of apprehension, and consequently distances of affection, are among Christians, there is need of precept upon precept, line upon line, to allay the heat, and to beget a better temper. The apostle, being desirous to drive the nail home, as a nail in a sure place, follows his blow, unwilling to leave the subject till he has… Read the whole commentary →