Romans 12:10
Romans 12:10 in Multiple Translations
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.
Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
In love of the brethren be tenderly affectioned one to another; in honor preferring one another;
Be kind to one another with a brother's love, putting others before yourselves in honour;
Be completely dedicated to each other in your love as family; value others more than yourselves.
Be affectioned to loue one another with brotherly loue. In giuing honour, goe one before another,
in the love of brethren, to one another kindly affectioned: in the honour going before one another;
In love of the brothers be tenderly affectionate to one another; in honor prefer one another,
Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honor preferring one another;
Loving one another with the charity of brotherhood, with honour preventing one another.
Love one another as members of the same family do; and, you should be ◄the first ones/eager► to honor each other!
You have to love each other like brothers and sisters that belong to the same family. You have to respect other Christians more than you respect yourself.
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Greek Word Reference — Romans 12:10
Study Notes — Romans 12:10
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- Romans 12:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Romans 12:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Romans 12:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Romans 12:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Romans 12:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Romans 12:10
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Romans 12:10
- Cambridge Bible on Romans 12:10
- Barnes' Notes on Romans 12:10
- Sermons on Romans 12:10
Context — Love, Zeal, Hope, Hospitality
10Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.
11Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Philippians 2:3 | Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves. |
| 2 | John 13:34–35 | A new commandment I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you also must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another.” |
| 3 | Hebrews 13:1 | Continue in brotherly love. |
| 4 | 1 John 4:11 | Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. |
| 5 | 1 Peter 3:8–9 | Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. |
| 6 | 1 Peter 1:22 | Since you have purified your souls by obedience to the truth so that you have a genuine love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from a pure heart. |
| 7 | 1 Peter 2:17 | Treat everyone with high regard: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king. |
| 8 | Galatians 5:13 | For you, brothers, were called to freedom; but do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Rather, serve one another in love. |
| 9 | Ephesians 4:1–3 | As a prisoner in the Lord, then, I urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling you have received: with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. |
| 10 | 1 Thessalonians 4:9 | Now about brotherly love, you do not need anyone to write to you, because you yourselves have been taught by God to love one another. |
Romans 12:10 Summary
This verse is saying that we should love and care for each other deeply, like family members, and try to outdo each other in showing respect and kindness. It's about putting others before ourselves and being willing to serve them, just like Jesus taught in Matthew 20:26-28. By doing this, we can create a community of love and support that reflects the heart of God, as seen in John 13:35 where Jesus says that our love for one another will be a witness to the world. By following this command, we can experience the joy and fulfillment that comes from living a life of love and service to others.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be devoted to one another in brotherly love?
To be devoted to one another in brotherly love means to have a deep affection and commitment to our fellow believers, just as we would to our own family members, as seen in John 13:35 where Jesus says that our love for one another will be a witness to the world.
How can we outdo ourselves in honoring one another?
Outdoing ourselves in honoring one another involves putting others before ourselves, just as Jesus taught in Matthew 20:26-28, where He says that true greatness comes from serving others, and being willing to go the extra mile to show respect and kindness to our fellow believers.
Is this verse only talking about relationships within the church?
While the context of Romans 12:10 suggests that it is primarily talking about relationships within the church, the principle of loving and honoring one another can be applied to all of our relationships, as seen in Matthew 22:39 where Jesus teaches us to love our neighbors as ourselves.
How does this verse relate to the idea of humility?
This verse relates to the idea of humility because it involves putting others before ourselves and being willing to serve and honor them, which is a key aspect of humility, as seen in Philippians 2:3-4 where Paul teaches us to consider others as more important than ourselves.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can show brotherly love to my fellow believers this week?
- How can I prioritize honoring others in my daily interactions, whether it's at work, at home, or in my community?
- What are some things that I can do to 'outdo' myself in showing kindness and respect to those around me?
- How can I balance the desire to be honored and recognized by others with the command to humble myself and serve others?
Gill's Exposition on Romans 12:10
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Romans 12:10
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Romans 12:10
Trapp's Commentary on Romans 12:10
Ellicott's Commentary on Romans 12:10
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Romans 12:10
Cambridge Bible on Romans 12:10
Barnes' Notes on Romans 12:10
Sermons on Romans 12:10
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Others by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his experience of preaching to children on a bus route and how it changed his life. He emphasizes the importance of using simple illustratio |
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(1 John #26) the Love That Casts Out Fear by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on 1 John chapter 4 verses 17 and 18. He emphasizes that our love is made perfect through our relationship with God. He explains that because G |
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Passing Judgment by Voddie Baucham | In this sermon, James Montgomery Boyce discusses the various judgments that God will impose on individuals and nations for their sins. These judgments include the final judgment of |
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The New Covenant - Slovakia Conference 2003 (Slovakian/english) by Gary Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker encourages the congregation to gather in small groups and pray for one another. He emphasizes the importance of unity in the body of Christ and the need |
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Are You Backsliding? (Part 2) by Michael L. Brown | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the prevalence of easily accessible and explicit content in today's society. He shares personal experiences of encountering inappropriate mate |
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Who Is the Cult? by Francis Chan | This sermon emphasizes the importance of true commitment to following Jesus, challenging the congregation to reflect on their level of dedication and action in living out the teach |
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Zechariah) ch.5:5 - 8:13 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the four spirits of heaven mentioned in Revelation 7. These spirits are sent forth by God to execute tasks of judgment. The preacher emphasiz |







