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14Bless those who persecute you. Bless and do not curse.15Rejoicewiththose who rejoice;weepwiththose who weep.16Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but enjoy the company of the lowly. Do not be conceited.…

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Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.

Rejoice.

Isaiah 66:10-14
Rejoice ye with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all ye that love her: rejoice for joy with her, all ye that mourn for her: …

Luke 1:58
And her neighbours and her cousins heard how the Lord had shewed great mercy upon her; and they rejoiced with her.

Luke 15:5-10
And when he hath foundit, he layethit on his shoulders, rejoicing…

weep.

Nehemiah 1:4
And it came to pass, when I heard these words, that I sat down and wept, and mournedcertain days, and fasted, and prayed before the God of heaven,

Job 2:11
Now when Job's three friends heard of all this evil that was come upon him, they came every one from his own place; Eliphaz the Temanite, and Bildad the Shuhite, and Zophar the Naamathite: for they had made an appointment together to come to mourn with him and to comfort him.

Psalm 35:13,14
But as for me, when they were sick, my clothingwas sackcloth: I humbled my soul with fasting; and my prayer returned into mine own bosom…

GladGriefJoyMournPartRejoiceRejoicingSorrowingWeepWeepingGladGriefJoyMournPartRejoiceRejoicingSorrowingWeepWeeping1.God's mercies must move us to offer ourselves.
3.No man must think too well of himself;
6.but everyone attend to the calling wherein he is placed.
9.Love, and many other duties are required of us.
19.Revenge is especially forbidden.

Rejoice with those who rejoice;
This phrase emphasizes the importance of empathy and community within the body of Christ. In the cultural context of the early church, communal living and shared experiences were vital for survival and spiritual growth. The call to rejoice with others aligns with the biblical principle of unity found in passages like1 Corinthians 12:26, where the church is described as one body with many members. This reflects the nature of Christ, who shared in the joys and celebrations of others, such as the wedding at Cana (John 2:1-11). The act of rejoicing with others is a demonstration of love and selflessness, encouraging believers to look beyond their own circumstances and celebrate the blessings and successes of others.

weep with those who weep.
This phrase highlights the call to compassion and solidarity in times of sorrow. In the historical context of the Roman Empire, where persecution and suffering were common for Christians, the ability to empathize with others' pain was crucial for maintaining strong community bonds. This mirrors the example of Jesus, who wept at the death of Lazarus (John 11:35), showing His deep compassion and humanity. The call to weep with others is also a reflection of the prophetic vision of a Messiah who bears our griefs and carries our sorrows (Isaiah 53:4). By sharing in the sorrows of others, believers fulfill the law of Christ, as described inGalatians 6:2, by bearing one another's burdens. This practice strengthens the church and provides comfort and support to those in need.

1.Paul the Apostle
The author of the Book of Romans, Paul was a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and theological teachings.

2.The Roman Church
The recipients of the letter, the Roman Christians were a diverse group of Jewish and Gentile believers living in the heart of the Roman Empire.

3.The Early Christian Community
The broader context of the letter includes the early Christian communities who were learning to live out their faith in a predominantly pagan society.Empathy as a Christian Virtue
Christians are called to develop a deep sense of empathy, reflecting Christ's love by sharing in the emotional experiences of others.

Community and Unity
The church is a body of believers meant to support one another. Rejoicing and weeping together strengthens the unity and bond within the community.

Practical Love in Action
Demonstrating love through empathy is a practical way to live out the commandment to love your neighbor as yourself.

Emotional Engagement
Engaging with others' emotions requires vulnerability and openness, which can lead to deeper relationships and spiritual growth.

Reflecting Christ's Compassion
Jesus exemplified perfect empathy, and believers are called to follow His example by being present in the lives of others.1.What is the meaning of Romans 12:15?

2.How can we "rejoice with those who rejoice" in our daily interactions?

3.What steps help us "weep with those who weep" authentically and compassionately?

4.How does Romans 12:15 connect with Jesus' teachings on empathy and love?

5.Why is it important to share in others' emotions according to Romans 12:15?

6.How can practicing Romans 12:15 strengthen our church community and relationships?

7.How does Romans 12:15 challenge our understanding of empathy and compassion in daily life?

8.What historical context influenced Paul's message in Romans 12:15?

9.How does Romans 12:15 align with the overall theme of love in the New Testament?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Romans 12?

11.Are you overly sensitive?

12.Do you celebrate with those who are happy?

13.Should we empathize with those who are grieving?

14.Do you celebrate with those who are happy?Rejoice with those who rejoice

“Rejoice with those who rejoice” (Romans 12:15a) calls us to step into another person’s joy and make it our own.

• It reflects genuine love rather than envy—“Love does not envy” (1 Corinthians 13:4).

• It recognizes every good gift as coming from God (James 1:17), so another believer’s blessing becomes a reason to praise the Giver together.

• It deepens unity in the body—“If one part is honored, every part rejoices with it” (1 Corinthians 12:26).

Practical ways:

- Offer heartfelt congratulations without downplaying the blessing.

- Celebrate milestones (births, marriages, answered prayers) as communal victories (Philippians 4:4).

- Speak words that point attention back to God’s faithfulness (Psalm 118:24).

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Weep with those who weep

“...weep with those who weep” (Romans 12:15b) urges us to share another’s sorrow just as intimately.

• Jesus modeled this at Lazarus’s tomb—“Jesus wept” (John 11:35).

• Bearing burdens fulfills Christ’s law (Galatians 6:2) and mirrors the Father, “the God of all comfort” (2 Corinthians 1:3–4).

• Tears knit hearts together, reminding sufferers they are not alone (Job 2:13;Psalm 34:18).

Practical ways:

- Listen more than you speak; permit silence when words fail (Romans 12:15 ties directly to v. 12’s call to patience in tribulation).

- Pray with and for the hurting, asking God to work His comfort through your presence (2 Corinthians 1:4).

- Provide tangible help—meals, childcare, financial aid—embodying “sincere love” (Romans 12:9).

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summary

Romans 12:15 invites believers into the highs and lows of one another’s lives, displaying Christlike empathy that binds the church together. Rejoicing counters jealousy by celebrating God’s goodness; weeping counters isolation by sharing God’s comfort. Both actions spring from the same Spirit-empowered love that makes the body of Christ a living testimony to the world.

(15)Rejoice with them that do rejoice.--The feeling of sympathy is perhaps more under the control of the will than might be supposed. It becomes so, however, not so much by isolated efforts as by a conscious direction given to the whole life. The injunction in this verse is one of those that have been perhaps most fully carried out in modern times. It has entered into the social code, and belongs as much to the gentleman as the Christian. The danger, therefore, is that the expression of sympathy should be unreal and insincere. This will be prevented by the presence of the Christian motive.

Verses 15-17. -Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. Be of the same mind one toward another (denoting mutual good feeling and unanimity of sentiment; not, of course, agreement in opinion on all subjects).Mind not high things, but condescend to (literally,being led away with)men of low estate. It is a question whetherτοῖς ταπεινοῖς should not be understood as neuter, so as to correspond withτὰ ὐψηλὰ; the meaning thus being that, instead of being ambitious, we should let ourselves be drawn willingly to the lowlier spheres of usefulness to which we may be called. The main objection to this view is that the adjectiveταπεινὸς is not elsewhere applied to things, but to persons.Be not wise in your own conceits. Recompense to no man evil for evil.Provide (in the sense oftake forethought for)things honest (orfair, orhonourable)in the sight of all men. This is a citation fromProverbs 3:4, where the LXX.has,Προνοοῦ καλὰ ἀνώπιον Κυριόυ καὶ ἀνθρώπων. We are not only to do what we know to be right in the sight of God, but also to have regard to the view that will be taken of our conduct by other men; we must not give any just cause for our good being evil spoken of (cf. ver. 16 and1 Peter 2:12).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Rejoice
χαίρειν(chairein)
Verb - Present Infinitive Active
Strong's 5463:A primary verb; to be 'cheer'ful, i.e. Calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation, be well.

with
μετὰ(meta)
Preposition
Strong's 3326:(a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives.

those who rejoice;
χαιρόντων(chairontōn)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 5463:A primary verb; to be 'cheer'ful, i.e. Calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation, be well.

weep
κλαίειν(klaiein)
Verb - Present Infinitive Active
Strong's 2799:To weep, weep for, mourn, lament. Of uncertain affinity; to sob, i.e. Wail aloud.

with
μετὰ(meta)
Preposition
Strong's 3326:(a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives.

those who weep.
κλαιόντων(klaiontōn)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 2799:To weep, weep for, mourn, lament. Of uncertain affinity; to sob, i.e. Wail aloud.


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