Romans 15:1-6 Practicing Unity in the Church Part 1 – Pleasing One Another After the Example of Christ
Overview: Walking in the Footsteps of Christ Review: Romans 14:1-23 – Preview: The Place of Sacrifice in Unity
I. Romans 15:1-3– Laying Aside Self
A. Verse 1 – Having Regard for Others B. Verse 1-2 - Having Disregard for Self C. Verse 3 – Seeking Conformity to Jesus Christ
II. Romans 15:4-5 – Walking In the Wisdom and Power of God
A. Verse 4 – Submitting to Scripture B. Verse 5 – Depending on the power of God
III. Romans 15:6 – Pursue the Glory of God
A. A Unity of Purpose B. A Unity of Voice C. A Unity of effect
IV. Honoring God by Pleasing One Another
A. The call to bear with the failings of one another is given not merely as an option but as an obligation. B. Our example in denying self in deference to others is the Lord Jesus Himself. C. The entirely of the Holy Scriptures are given to teach, guide, and direct us spiritually and in this critical area of unity. D. The value of the Scriptures is ours as we submit to its commands, and walk in the power of God in obedience to them. E. Our attitude in pursuing unity must be the glory of God and is revealed when we possess the same mind and purpose.