Rom 15:1 | MHM | STEP | Condescension and Self-denial; Tenderness and Generosity In this section, Paul teaches that strong Christians should be gentle and understanding with those who are weaker in faith. He urges believers to act with self-denial and kindness, following the example of Jesus. The goal is to build up and encourage each other, not just to please ourselves. Paul also reminds us that the Scriptures are given for our learning, patience, and hope. v. 1 : Paul says, We who are strong ought to bear with the infirmities of the weak (Romans 15:1 ). He means that not everyone has the same strength in faith or knowledge. Some are weak, like bruised reeds or smoldering wicks. The strong should not look down on them, but help and encourage them. If weak believers judge or misunderstand us, we should be patient and not get angry. Jesus was patient with his disciples and cared for their weaknesses. We should do the same and help carry each other’s burdens (Galatians 6:2 ).

‏ Romans 15:1

Condescension and Self-denial; Tenderness and Generosity

In this section, Paul teaches that strong Christians should be gentle and understanding with those who are weaker in faith. He urges believers to act with self-denial and kindness, following the example of Jesus. The goal is to build up and encourage each other, not just to please ourselves. Paul also reminds us that the Scriptures are given for our learning, patience, and hope.

v. 1: Paul says, We who are strong ought to bear with the infirmities of the weak (Romans 15:1 ^a). He means that not everyone has the same strength in faith or knowledge. Some are weak, like bruised reeds or smoldering wicks. The strong should not look down on them, but help and encourage them. If weak believers judge or misunderstand us, we should be patient and not get angry. Jesus was patient with his disciples and cared for their weaknesses. We should do the same and help carry each other’s burdens (Galatians 6:2 ^b).