Bible verses for children
Share joy and make room for tears.
Romans 12:15
Rejoice with those who rejoice. Weep with those who weep.
Romans 12:15 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
Compassion responds to the person before us. Sometimes that means celebrating; sometimes it means grieving alongside them. We do not have to replace their feeling with the one we prefer.
Congratulate a friend’s good news, or quietly listen when they bring sad news.
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Bible context & readings +
Romans 12 teaches practical love across different relationships and circumstances. Verse 15 asks for emotional companionship, not pretending to feel exactly the same or making another person’s experience about ourselves.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help us share joy and offer company in sorrow. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.