But why? Why should we who are strong bear with those who are weak?

“We love because he first loved us.” (I John 4:19)

“I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” (Galatians 2:20b)

“… walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” (Ephesians 5:2)

“Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.” (Ephesians 5:25b)

“… our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God our Father, who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace …” (II Thessalonians 2:16)

“For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time.” (I Timothy 2:5-6)