Romans 12:10 · KJV

"Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;"

King James Version

Passage Context

⁸Or he that exhorteth, on exhortation: he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity; he that ruleth, with diligence; he that sheweth mercy, with cheerfulness.

⁹Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.

¹⁰Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;

¹¹Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;

¹²Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;

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Devotional Reflection

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To be "devoted to each other in brotherly love," we can't just say in church that we're family, brothers and sisters, and children of God; we have to show it. We need to get to know each other and be a part of each other's lives so we can serve, love, and bless each other. What have you done recently to get more involved in the lives of your fellow Christians? Devotion to others comes after making an effort to get to know them and be known by them.

Prayer

Father, I appreciate that I have a large extended family. I'm grateful for Your unwavering love for me. Father, I beg You to support me in being more forthcoming with my time and myself to those in Your family. Give me a burning desire to bless those You have adopted as children and to be blessed by them. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

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We should care about each other. We should respect each other. The reason for all this love, devotion, and respect is that God is our Father and we are all one family. In God's Kingdom, we are related. Our relationship will last forever because God has shown us grace and we have shown grace to each other.

Prayer

Thank you for including me in your family, Shepherd of my soul. I'm grateful for the wonderful Christian friends who have enriched my life over the years. Thank you for your encouragement and support. As these priceless individuals have blessed and honored me, kindly use me to bless others in your family. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

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Being "devoted to one another in brotherly love" necessitates that our church discourse — we're family, brothers and sisters, God's children — be more than just words. We must enter each other's lives and get to know one another in order to serve, love, and bless one another. What steps have you taken recently to get more involved in the lives of your fellow Christians? Devotion to others is preceded by a desire to know and be known by them!

Prayer

Father, thank you for making my family all over the world. Thank you so much for loving me. Father, I want you to help me be more open with your family about myself and my time. Give me a heart that wants to bless your children and be blessed by them. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

Reflection Questions

How do you demonstrate brotherly love in your community?

What does it mean for you to honor others above yourself?

When have you felt the power of community support?

Life Application

community

Make a conscious effort to show kindness and love to those around you, prioritizing their needs.

relationships

Create an environment of honor by uplifting and valuing those in your life.

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