Romans 12:15 “Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.”
Paul is brining his most intense, in depth letter to a conclusion with a ton of practical advise. Here he is saying “Let life and the experiences of others touch you.
Too many times we think we have to live in isolation or insulation. Don’t get involved and don’t be affected. That is not realistic and it dishonors the way God created emotions to be part of who we are and how we express ourselves.
Read the life of Christ and see the emotions He expresses. Holy anger…limitless joy…gentle weeping.
In this passage, Paul wants us to enter into the most intimate parts of other believers’ lives. A joy shared is doubled. A burden shared is reduced.
Get involved with the joy & pain of others and see how Jesus will love them through you. You may even get it back someday.
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