Romans 15:1-13 - Accept One Another According To Christ's Example

¹ It is the duty of us who are strong to put up with the weaknesses of those who are immature, and not just suit ourselves. ² Everyone of us must try to please his neighbor, to do him good, and help in his development. ³ Christ did not please himself, but as the Scripture says, "The reproaches of those who reproach you have fallen on me." ⁴ For everything that was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, so that by being steadfast and through the encouragement the Scriptures give, we might hold our hope fast. ⁵ May God, from whom steadfastness and encouragement come, give you such harmony with one another, in following the example of Christ Jesus, ⁶ that you may praise the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ with one accord and one voice.

⁷ Therefore, treat one another like brothers, in God's honor, just as Christ has treated you. ⁸ I hold that Christ has become an agent of circumcision to show God's truthfulness in carrying out the promises made to our forefathers, ⁹ and causing the heathen to praise God for his mercy; as the Scripture says, "I will give thanks to you for this among the heathen, And sing in honor of your name."

¹⁰ And again, "Rejoice, you heathen, with his people!" ¹¹ And again, "Praise the Lord, all you heathen, And let all nations sing his praises."

¹² Again Isaiah says, "The descendant of Jesse will come, The one who is to rise to rule the heathen; The heathen will set their hopes on him."

¹³ May God, the source of hope, fill you with perfect happiness and peace in your faith, so that you may have overflowing hope through the power of the holy Spirit.