15 We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves. 2 Each of us should please our neighbors for their good, to build them up. 3 For even Christ did not please himself but, as it is written: “The insults of those who insult you have fallen on me.” 4 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope. 5 May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, 6 so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. 7 Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. 8 For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the Jews on behalf of God’s truth, so that the promises made to the patriarchs might be confirmed 9 and, moreover, that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy. As it is written: “Therefore I will praise you among the Gentiles; I will sing the praises of your name.” 10 Again, it says, “Rejoice, you Gentiles, with his people.” 11 And again, “Praise the Lord, all you Gentiles; let all the peoples extol him.” 12 And again, Isaiah says, “The Root of Jesse will spring up, one who will arise to rule over the nations; in him the Gentiles will hope.” 13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.Romans 15:1-13
2 for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night.1 Thessalonians 5:2
“Accept One Another”
“Accept One Another” Big Takeaway Christ accepted us despite our differences and imperfections. As followers of Christ, we are called to extend that same acceptance to others, building a church united in Christ rather than divided by our differences. 2 Main Points 1. Accept Others as Christ Accepted You Romans 15:7 reminds us to accept one another just as Christ accepted us. True Christian acceptance means welcoming others without passing judgment, even when we disagree or come from different backgrounds. We are called to reflect Christ's humility, grace, and love. 2. Unity in Christ Is Greater Than Our Differences We do not need to agree on everything to be united in Christ. Our differences in opinions, backgrounds, traditions, and preferences should not divide the church. When we listen with grace, practice humility, and focus on our shared faith in Jesus, we bring glory to God. Question for the Week Is there someone I struggle to accept because of our differences, and how can I show that person the same grace and acceptance Christ has shown me?
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THE ONE ANOTHER COMMANDSACCEPT ENCOURAGE OFFER HOSPITALITY TO FORGIVE ONE ANOTHER SUBMIT TO HONOR LOVEWhy Reformed Evangelicalism Has Splintered: Four Approaches to Race, Politics, and Gender
Kevin DeYoung“It’s no secret that America is suffering from ever-deepening division and polarization. Many of us are concerned about the increasing animosity, belligerence, and violence in our body politic. What concerns me even more are the divisions in the church, in particular, the growing factionalism in the conservative evangelical Reformed world I inhabit.” Kevin DeYoungWe who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves. 2 Each of us should please our neighbors for their good, to build them up. 3 For even Christ did not please himself but, as it is written: "The insults of those who insult you have fallen on me." 4 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope. Romans 15:1-45 May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, 6 so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Romans 15:5-67 Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. 8 For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the Jews on behalf of God's truth, so that the promises made to the patriarchs might be confirmed 9 and, moreover, that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy. As it is written: "Therefore I will praise you among the Gentiles; I will sing the praises of your name." Romans 15:7-910 Again, it says, “Rejoice, you Gentiles, with his people.” 11 And again, “Praise the Lord, all you Gentiles; let all the peoples extol him.”
12 And again, Isaiah says, “The Root of Jesse will spring up, one who will arise to rule over the nations;
in him the Gentiles will hope.”
13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:10-13Old City of Jerusalem Muslim Quarter Christian Quarter Temple Mount Armenian Quarter Jewish QuarterAntioch CRC (Christians Reconciled through Christ) Barnabas was a Jew from Cyprus Simeon was a black Lucius was a Roman Manaen was an aristocrat Saul (Paul) was a Jewish teacherAntioch CRC (Christians Reconciled through Christ) Jews Gentiles Freemen Slaves Greeks Blacks Romans Whites Rich PoorSecond Christian Reformed Church
“Accept one another.” Romans 15:7Second Christian Reformed Church
Accept = welcome or receive someone just as they are.East Saugatuck Christian Reformed Church
"Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters." Romans 14:1Second Christian Reformed Church
“Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you.” Romans 15:7Antioch CRC (Christians Reconciled through Christ) National heritage Denominationalism Skin color Financial status Narrow Mindedness Broad MindednessAntioch CRC (Christians Reconciled through Christ) National heritage Denominationalism Skin color Financial status Narrow Mindedness Broad Mindedness ". . .even in the midst of our sin." Romans 5:8 Romans 5:8For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the Jews on behalf of God's truth. Romans 15:8 Romans 15:8For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the Jews on behalf of God's truth. Romans 15:8 Christ means "Messiah!" Romans 15:8For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the Jews on behalf of God's truth.
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Christ means "Messiah!"
KING Romans 15:8For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the Jews on behalf of God's truth.
Romans 15:8
Christ means "Messiah!"
SERVANT Romans 15:8For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the Jews on behalf of God's truth. Romans 15:8 Christ means "Messiah!" SERVANT The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. Mark 10:45 Romans 15:8, Mark 10:45For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the Jews on behalf of God's truth. Romans 15:8 Christ means “Messiah!” SERVANT If anyone wants to be first, he must be the very last, and the servant of all. Mark 9:35 Romans 15:8; Mark 9:35THE
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“Spirit of unity” (not uniformity)"Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God." Romans 15:7
