Bible Study - Romans 15

S - We who are strong have an obligation to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves. 2 Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to build him up.
Romans 15:1–2 ESV

O - Commentary:
We who are strong: Paul aligns himself with those he identifies as strong in faith, and he reveals that the division in the Roman church was not simply between Jews and Gentiles. Like Paul, some Jews had enlightened consciences and so were counted among the strong. Similarly, some Gentiles were so strongly influenced by Jewish teaching and tradition that they were among the weak in faith. • must be considerate of those who are sensitive about things like this: This phrase is reminiscent of Gal 6:2. Paul did not want the strong to simply put up with those who were weak in faith; rather the strong were to actively and sympathetically assist the weak in living out their Christian faith with integrity

New Living Translation Study Bible (Carol Stream, IL: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., 2008), Ro 15:1–4.

A - There are no divisions in the body of Christ. None. We each carry different roles and different gifts—but no gift ranks one member above another. Every person matters. Every part carries weight. So value the person next to you. Help them grow. That's the calling.

R - Heavenly Father, You are the ultimate servant leader. Thank You for Jesus' example—leading by serving those He led. Give us strength to value every person today, and teach us to serve them in humility and honor.