Romans 15:1-6

Romans 15:1-6

[1] then  that are strong  ought  to bear  the infirmities  of the weak,  and  not  to please  ourselves.  [2] every one  please  his neighbour  for  his good  to  edification.  [3] For  even  Christ  pleased  not  himself;  but,  as  it is written,  The reproaches  of them that reproached  fell  on  [4] For  whatsoever things  were written aforetime  for  our  learning,  that  through  patience  and  comfort  of the scriptures  might have  hope.  [5] Now  the God  of patience  and  consolation  grant  to be  likeminded  toward another  according  to Christ  Jesus:  [6] That  with one mind  and  one  mouth  glorify  God,  even  the Father  Lord  Jesus  Christ. 

What does Romans 15:1-6 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

Paul now developed the key concept to which he referred in chapter14 , namely, putting the welfare of others before that of self (cf. Galatians 6:2). This is love. He cited the example of Christ who lived free of taboos and unnecessary inhibitions but was always careful to bear with the weaknesses of others.