Romans 14:5b
“Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind.”
The law of liberty has created great controversy within the church. In Paul’s day it centered on such matters as: what food to eat, what day to worship, how to be baptized. Today we see similar debate concerning; smoking, drinking, dancing, movies – most of which are not clearly spelled out in the Word.
In Ch.14 Paul clearly points out that, you might have a conviction or a persuasion (and that is ok) but, don’t push that on someone else. Rather, let every man be persuaded in his own mind concerning what liberties he should take without laying a guilt trip on anyone else, in controversial matters. Instead, live by your convictions and let others see the advantage so they in turn may be persuaded.
The Truth
“All things are lawful for me, but all things are not helpful; all things are lawful for me, but all things do not edify. Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” (1 Cor. 10:23,31)
