1Cor 10:30 | MHM | STEP | v. 30 : Paul adds, “If I partake with thankfulness, why am I denounced because of that for which I give thanks?” (1 Corinthians 10:30 ). He reminds them that eating food with gratitude to God is not wrong in itself, but they must still consider how their actions are perceived by others. Even lawful actions can harm their witness if they cause offense.

‏ 1 Corinthians 10:30

v. 30: Paul adds, “If I partake with thankfulness, why am I denounced because of that for which I give thanks?”(1 Corinthians 10:30 ^a). He reminds them that eating food with gratitude to God is not wrong in itself, but they must still consider how their actions are perceived by others. Even lawful actions can harm their witness if they cause offense.