Saturday, April 6, 2013

Build Up Others


“Now we who are strong ought to bear the weaknesses of those without strength and not just please ourselves.  Each of us is to please his neighbor for his good, to his edification.  For even Christ did not please Himself; but as it is written, ‘The reproaches of those who reproached You fell on Me.’”  Romans 15:1-3

I think Paul was talking about giving each other a hand, when we need a hand, and even giving a hand to those who we don’t think deserve help.

This means taking time to talk to someone who is having a tough time.  It is not for us to judge whether or not another person’s problems are of their own making or not, but rather a matter of showing compassion.

When we act with compassion, we build up the kingdom of God.

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