Here Paul continues his practical instruction to the Roman church. With an eye on some of the tensions within this early Christian community, he gives them two very important pieces of advice. First, following the tradition set by Jesus, he points them to the great command to love one's neighbour. This command sums up all other commands regulating human relationships. But what does it actually entail in practice? Second, he exhorts them to clothe themselves with Christ and not follow the desires of the flesh. How are these two instructions related to one another?
Main Points:
- Overcoming tensions and friction
- Love your neighbour as yourself
- Put on the armour of light