In the context of the Bible, opinions refer to personal beliefs or judgments that are not necessarily based on divine revelation or scriptural authority. The Bible addresses the nature and role of opinions in various passages, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's thoughts and beliefs with God's truth.

Biblical Guidance on Opinions

1. Discernment and Wisdom: The Bible encourages believers to seek wisdom and discernment in forming opinions. Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." This passage underscores the importance of relying on God's wisdom rather than solely on personal judgment.

2. Unity and Humility: In matters of opinion, the New Testament emphasizes the need for unity and humility among believers. Romans 14:1 states, "Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on his opinions." This verse highlights the importance of accepting differing opinions within the body of Christ, especially on non-essential matters, to maintain unity.

3. Avoiding Quarrels: The Bible warns against engaging in disputes over opinions that can lead to division. Titus 3:9 instructs, "But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, arguments, and quarrels about the Law, because these are unprofitable and useless." This guidance suggests that believers should focus on edifying discussions rather than contentious debates over personal opinions.

4. Testing Opinions Against Scripture: Believers are encouraged to test their opinions against the truth of Scripture. 1 Thessalonians 5:21 advises, "Test all things; hold fast to what is good." This principle calls for evaluating personal beliefs in light of biblical teachings to ensure they align with God's revealed truth.

5. Freedom and Responsibility: While Christians have the freedom to hold personal opinions, they are also called to exercise this freedom responsibly. Galatians 5:13 reminds believers, "For you, brothers, were called to freedom; but do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Rather, serve one another in love." This verse encourages using freedom in a way that serves others and honors God.

Examples of Opinions in Scripture

· Job's Friends: The book of Job presents a narrative where Job's friends offer their opinions on his suffering, often based on their limited understanding of God's ways. Their opinions, though well-intentioned, are ultimately corrected by God's revelation (Job 42:7-9).

· Paul's Counsel on Disputable Matters: In Romans 14, the Apostle Paul addresses the issue of differing opinions on dietary laws and holy days among believers. He advises that each person should be "fully convinced in his own mind" (Romans 14:5) and that such matters should not disrupt the unity of the church.

Conclusion

The Bible provides guidance on how to approach opinions, emphasizing the need for wisdom, humility, and alignment with Scripture. Believers are called to hold their opinions with grace and love, prioritizing unity and the edification of the church.Proverbs 18:2
A fool has no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.
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Galatians 2:11-14
But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed.
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1 Corinthians 1:10
Now I beseech you, brothers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment.
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5429. phronimos -- practically wise, sensible
... the English term "diaphragm" which controls key body functions ) -- properly, "how
we size things up," reflecting our personal ("visceral") opinions, ie what ...
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1365. distazo -- twenty thousand
... waver); (figuratively) because refusing to choose way over the other -- "wanting
to have our cake and eat it too"; to halt between two opinions (views, beliefs ...
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1261. dialogismos -- a reasoning
... Origin from dialogizomai Definition a reasoning NASB Word Usage argument (1), disputing
(1), dissension (1), doubts (1), motives (1), opinions (1), reasonings ...
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1771. ennoia -- thinking, thoughtfulness, ie moral understanding
... which intensifies 3563 , "mind") -- properly, the "engaged mind," ie what a person
(literally) has "" (, "sight"); settled (thought-out) opinions, attitudes. ...
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5589b. seippah -- division, divided opinion
... 5589a, 5589b. seippah. 5590 . division, divided opinion. Transliteration:
seippah Short Definition: opinions. Word Origin from the ...
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The Opinions
... Hypotheses. THE OPINIONS. Of the Hebrew Doctors on the great Day of Judgment,
and of the Reign of the Messiah then to come. Carpentarius ...
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The Opinions of Hermogenes, by the Prescriptive Rule of Antiquity ...
... Chapter I."The Opinions of Hermogenes, by the Prescriptive Rule of Antiquity
Shown to Be Heretical. Not Derived from Christianity ...
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Opinions of the Philosophers as to the one God.
... Chapter VI."Opinions of the Philosophers as to the One God. Philolaus,
too, when he says that all things are included in God as ...
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The Opinions of Philosophers Respecting the Substance of the Soul. ...
... Book X. Chapter 7."The Opinions of Philosophers Respecting the Substance
of the Soul. The Error of Those Who are of Opinion that ...
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Opinions of Plato and Aristotle.
... Chapter V."Opinions of Plato and Aristotle. But possibly those who are unwilling
to give up the ancient and inveterate error, maintain ...
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Opinions of Pythagoras and Epicurus.
... Chapter IV."Opinions of Pythagoras and Epicurus. Then, in regular succession
from another starting-point, Pythagoras the Samian ...
/.../chapter iv opinions of pythagoras and.htm

Heresies Hitherto Refuted; Opinions of the Docet??.
... Chapter I."Heresies Hitherto Refuted; Opinions of the Docet??. ... Now these have styled
themselves Docet??, [907] and propound the following opinions:" ...
/.../the refutation of all heresies/chapter i heresies hitherto refuted opinions.htm

Opinions of the School of Thales.
... Chapter III."Opinions of the school of Thales. And if you decline citing
the poets, because you say it is allowable for them to ...
/.../justins hortatory address to the greeks/chapter iii opinions of the school.htm

Opinions of Thales and Plato.
... Chapter XXIII."Opinions of Thales and Plato. You may say, however, since
you excel all men in understanding, How comes it to pass ...
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Fragment ii. These Opinions, Florinus, that I May Speak in Mild ...
... Fragment II. These opinions, Florinus, that I may speak in mild terms?
These [4798] opinions, Florinus, that I may speak in mild ...
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Opinions (7 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Opinions (7 Occurrences). Romans 14:1 Now accept one who
is weak in faith, but not for disputes over opinions. (WEB NAS RSV). ...
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Toleration (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) The allowance of divergent opinions or
religions; forbearance. 2. (n.) Specifically, the allowance ...
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Ebionites
... AUTHORITIES FOR THE OPINIONS OF THE EBIONITES 1. Irenaeus, Tertullian and Hippolytus
2. Origen and Jerome 3. Epiphanius' Description 4. Justin Martyr III. ...
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Ebionism
... AUTHORITIES FOR THE OPINIONS OF THE EBIONITES 1. Irenaeus, Tertullian and Hippolytus
2. Origen and Jerome 3. Epiphanius' Description 4. Justin Martyr III. ...
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Nicolas (1 Occurrence)
... Other Fathers seem to suggest that this was a vain claim made by this sect
in seeking apostolic authority for their opinions. It ...
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Nicolaus (1 Occurrence)
... Other Fathers seem to suggest that this was a vain claim made by this sect
in seeking apostolic authority for their opinions. It ...
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Gnosticism
... Gnosticism is that it was not a homogeneous system of either religion or philosophy,
but embraced many widely diversified sects holding opinions drawn from a ...
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Tradition (13 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) The unwritten or oral delivery of information, opinions, doctrines, practices,
rites, and customs, from father to son, or from ancestors to posterity ...
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Disputable (1 Occurrence)
... liable to be called in question, controverted, or contested; or doubtful certainty
or propriety; controvertible; as, disputable opinions, propositions, points ...
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Build (242 Occurrences)
... 5. (vi) To rest or depend, as on a foundation; to ground one's self or one's hopes
or opinions upon something deemed reliable; to rely; as, to build on the ...
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