1. Please your neighbor for his good (1-4)

We are all inclined to be selfish. But Christ was not selfish. He did not please himself, but served others (Mk 10:45). Finally, he died to save others. Those belonging to Jesus should not be selfish, either. We should try to please our neighbor for his good. This means that we should act in such a way that the faith of others is built up, not torn down. In order to endure, we need hope. God encourages us through the Scriptures and by his Holy Spirit. God's promises plant hope in our hearts. Because of this glorious hope, we can live by God's word rather than by our own feelings and ideas.

2. A spirit of unity (5-6)

Jesus prayed for the unity of his disciples (Jn 17:21). When each of us makes it his aim to please Christ, and when we follow him closely, then we will be one in him. We can glorify him together with one heart and mind.

Application: Lord, forgive my selfishness. Help me to follow my Lord Jesus, and love my brothers and sisters in Christ. Grant true unity of mind and heart in Jesus to all of God's people.
One Word: Glorify God with one heart and voice