Romans 15:1-3 We then that are strong ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not to please ourselves.… I. WHENCE DOES IT ARISE? From the secret feeling in man that — 1. His own views are the most correct. 2. His own plans the best. 3. His own words the wisest. 4. His own doings the most excellent. In a word, that he is superior to all others. II. WHAT ARE ITS EXHIBITIONS? 1. A harsh judgment of others. 2. Self-adulation. 3. Forwardness. III. HOW MUST IT BE OVERCOME? 1. By bearing the infirmities of the weak. 2. By endeavouring to please others for their good. 3. By a believing contemplation of the character of Christ. (J. Lyth, D.D.) Parallel Verses KJV: We then that are strong ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not to please ourselves.WEB: Now we who are strong ought to bear the weaknesses of the weak, and not to please ourselves. |
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