Opinions vs. Truth
Scripture
Romans 14:1-4
1 Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations.
2 For one believeth that he may eat all things: another, who is weak, eateth herbs.
3 Let not him that eateth despise him that eateth not; and let not him which eateth not judge him that eateth: for God hath received him.
4 Who art thou that judgest another man's servant? to his own master he standeth or falleth. Yea, he shall be holden up: for God is able to make him stand.
1 Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations.
2 For one believeth that he may eat all things: another, who is weak, eateth herbs.
3 Let not him that eateth despise him that eateth not; and let not him which eateth not judge him that eateth: for God hath received him.
4 Who art thou that judgest another man's servant? to his own master he standeth or falleth. Yea, he shall be holden up: for God is able to make him stand.
Opinions vs. Truth
The church is strongest when it knows the difference between essential truth and personal opinion. In Romans 14, Paul addresses believers who were divided over disputable matters—issues of conscience rather than core doctrine. His instruction is both wise and freeing: welcome one another without quarreling over opinions.
Disunity often arises when non-essential issues are elevated to the level of gospel truth. Preferences become priorities, and convictions become weapons. Paul reminds the church that each believer stands before the Lord, not before one another. God alone is the final judge.
This passage challenges our instinct to measure others by our own standards. Mature faith recognizes that God may lead His people differently while remaining faithful to the same Lord. Unity does not require uniformity, but it does require love.
Holding convictions is important. Scripture does not call believers to abandon truth for the sake of peace. However, it does call us to hold truth with humility. When love governs conviction, unity is preserved.
Ask yourself today: Am I more concerned with being right or being Christlike? Do I extend grace to those who differ from me, or do I withdraw and judge?
Paul’s words invite us to trust God’s work in others’ lives. Unity grows when believers allow room for growth, maturity, and conscience. Pray for discernment—to know when to stand firm and when to extend grace.
May your interactions reflect confidence in God’s truth and compassion for His people.
Disunity often arises when non-essential issues are elevated to the level of gospel truth. Preferences become priorities, and convictions become weapons. Paul reminds the church that each believer stands before the Lord, not before one another. God alone is the final judge.
This passage challenges our instinct to measure others by our own standards. Mature faith recognizes that God may lead His people differently while remaining faithful to the same Lord. Unity does not require uniformity, but it does require love.
Holding convictions is important. Scripture does not call believers to abandon truth for the sake of peace. However, it does call us to hold truth with humility. When love governs conviction, unity is preserved.
Ask yourself today: Am I more concerned with being right or being Christlike? Do I extend grace to those who differ from me, or do I withdraw and judge?
Paul’s words invite us to trust God’s work in others’ lives. Unity grows when believers allow room for growth, maturity, and conscience. Pray for discernment—to know when to stand firm and when to extend grace.
May your interactions reflect confidence in God’s truth and compassion for His people.
1 Comment
This is good! I love these daily devotionals! Thank you for taking the time to put these together.