Romans 15:2

New International Version

Each of us should please our neighbors for their good, to build them up.

Cross References

Romans 14:19

Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.

1 Corinthians 10:23

“I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial. “I have the right to do anything”—but not everything is constructive.

1 Corinthians 10:24

No one should seek their own good, but the good of others.

1 Corinthians 10:33

even as I try to please everyone in every way. For I am not seeking my own good but the good of many, so that they may be saved.

1 Corinthians 13:5

It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.

1 Corinthians 14:26

What then shall we say, brothers and sisters? When you come together, each of you has a hymn, or a word of instruction, a revelation, a tongue or an interpretation. Everything must be done so that the church may be built up.

1 Corinthians 14:3

But the one who prophesies speaks to people for their strengthening, encouraging and comfort.

2 Corinthians 12:19

Have you been thinking all along that we have been defending ourselves to you? We have been speaking in the sight of God as those in Christ; and everything we do, dear friends, is for your strengthening.

2 Corinthians 13:9

We are glad whenever we are weak but you are strong; and our prayer is that you may be fully restored.

Ephesians 4:12

to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up

Ephesians 4:29

Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.