Romans 15:2

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Let every one of us please his neighbour for his good to edification.

So then, let us pursue [with enthusiasm] the things which make for peace and the building up of one another [things which lead to spiritual growth].

For though I am free from all men, I have made myself a slave to everyone, so that I may win more [for Christ].

Let no one seek [only] his own good, but [also] that of the other person.

Imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.

It is not rude; it is not self-seeking, it is not provoked [nor overly sensitive and easily angered]; it does not take into account a wrong endured.

Do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others.

Urge bond-servants to be subject to their own masters in everything, to be pleasing and not talk back,