Rom 12:11 | MHM | STEP | v. 11 : Yet we must not make our esteem of others an excuse for doing nothing ourselves; nor, under the pretense of honoring the gifts and service of others, allow ourselves to fall into ease and laziness. Therefore the apostle immediately adds, Not slothful in business —for true Christian humility and respect for others must never become a cover for idleness. The grace that leads us to prefer others in honor must be matched by a diligent readiness to do good ourselves.

‏ Romans 12:11

v. 11: Yet we must not make our esteem of others an excuse for doing nothing ourselves; nor, under the pretense of honoring the gifts and service of others, allow ourselves to fall into ease and laziness. Therefore the apostle immediately adds, Not slothful in business—for true Christian humility and respect for others must never become a cover for idleness. The grace that leads us to prefer others in honor must be matched by a diligent readiness to do good ourselves.