Rom 15:3 | MHM | STEP | v. 3 : Paul explains, For even Christ did not please himself (Romans 15:3 ). Jesus did not come to earth to make life easy for himself. He gave up his comfort, honor, and even his life for us. Paul quotes the Scripture, The reproaches of those who reproached you fell on me (Psalm 69:9 ). Jesus took on the shame and insult that people gave to God. He suffered for our sake and as our example. If Jesus could deny himself for us, we should do the same for others.

‏ Romans 15:3

v. 3: Paul explains, For even Christ did not please himself (Romans 15:3 ^a). Jesus did not come to earth to make life easy for himself. He gave up his comfort, honor, and even his life for us. Paul quotes the Scripture, The reproaches of those who reproached you fell on me (Psalm 69:9 ^b). Jesus took on the shame and insult that people gave to God. He suffered for our sake and as our example. If Jesus could deny himself for us, we should do the same for others.