The Duty of Forbearance in Matters of Opinion
Romans 14:1-12
Him that is weak in the faith receive you, but not to doubtful disputations.…


Differences of opinion —

I. MUST NECESSARILY ARISE EVEN AMONG CHRISTIANS, out of —

1. Human ignorance.

2. The different constitution of the mind.

II. IN TRIVIAL MATTERS INDICATE WEAKNESS OF FAITH IN THOSE WHO ARE RIGIDLY SCRUPULOUS. They do not understand the spirituality and liberty of the gospel.

III. SHOULD BE MAINTAINED IN THE SPIRIT OF LOVE.

1. The strong may not despise the weak.

2. The weak and scrupulous may not judge the strong.

IV. ARE OF INFINITELY LESS IMPORTANCE THAN CHRISTIAN BROTHERHOOD. He whom God has received must be —

1. Respected.

2. Treated as a brother beloved.

(J. Lyth, D.D.)



Parallel Verses
KJV: Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations.

WEB: Now accept one who is weak in faith, but not for disputes over opinions.




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