The "one another" and "each other" commands found throughout the New Testament are essential for guiding Christian community and behavior. These instructions, rendered in various translations of the Bible, highlight the mutual care, respect, and responsibility believers are to have towards one another.
As a pastor for over 21 years, I have come to learn from my experience how vital these commands are to building a discipleship community in your church.
Here is a comprehensive list of these commands from the English Standard Version (ESV) of the Bible.
One Another Commands
1. Love one another:
2. Outdo one another in showing honor:
3. Live in harmony with one another:
4. Welcome one another:
5. Instruct one another:
6. Greet one another with a holy kiss:
7. When you come together to eat, wait for one another:
8. Have the same care for one another:
9. Serve one another:
10. Bear one another's burdens:
11. Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another:
12. Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ:
13. Do not lie to one another:
14. Bear with one another:
15. Teach and admonish one another:
16. Encourage one another and build one another up:
17. Seek to do good to one another:
18. Exhort one another every day: Hebrews 3:13
19. Stir up one another to love and good works: Hebrews 10:24
20. Keep loving one another earnestly: 1 Peter 4:8
21. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling: 1 Peter 4:9
22. Clothe yourselves with humility toward one another: 1 Peter 5:5
23. Confess your sins to one another and pray for one another: James 5:16
These commands form the backbone of Christian ethics and community life, emphasizing the mutual respect, care, and love that should characterize the relationships among believers.
A Bible Study Resource on The One Another Commands of Scripture
Pastors, have you ever felt the joy of welcoming a new believer into the fold, only to realize you're not quite sure how to truly integrate them into the actual rhythms and life of your church family? You're not alone.
I'm thrilled to introduce "Moving From Me to We," a 40-day Bible study designed to knit new believers into the connections of your church community. This isn't just a discipleship tool; it's a gateway to belonging, built on the powerful “one another” commands of Scripture.
Imagine:
handing a beautifully crafted, printable notebook to each new believer
guiding them through daily explorations of living in Christian community.
impact of daily videos from an experienced pastor and Bible teacher, explaining the path to genuine connection within the Body of Christ.
Feel the collective heartbeat of your church strengthen as every new believer engages in a daily prayer challenge, interceding for the grace to embody love and unity. And witness the transformation as they are encouraged to reach out, forming bonds with mentors and fellow Christians that anchor them in their faith journey.
It also integrates with smartphones and tablets.
How to get this Bible Study for your New Christians
NewStart Discipleship makes this available for your new believers through the NewStart family of tools:
You can even white-label and print them at your church, with your own church's logo! To find out more, you can check out the NewStart Discipleship family of tools.
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Next Steps for disciplers:
If you want to download a free sample copy, you can do that right here:
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