Rom 14:1 | MHM | STEP | The Weak and the Strong in Faith In this section, Paul teaches Christians how to treat one another when they have different opinions about matters that are not essential to the faith. He encourages believers to welcome those whose faith is weak, especially regarding rules about food and special days. Paul warns against judging or looking down on each other because of these differences. Instead, Christians should accept one another and remember that everyone stands or falls before God, not before other people. v. 1 : Paul says, “Receive one who is weak in the faith, but not to disputes over doubtful things” (Romans 14:1 ). Christians should welcome those whose faith is not strong, and not argue with them about opinions that are not clear or necessary for salvation.

‏ Romans 14:1

The Weak and the Strong in Faith

In this section, Paul teaches Christians how to treat one another when they have different opinions about matters that are not essential to the faith. He encourages believers to welcome those whose faith is weak, especially regarding rules about food and special days. Paul warns against judging or looking down on each other because of these differences. Instead, Christians should accept one another and remember that everyone stands or falls before God, not before other people.

v. 1: Paul says, “Receive one who is weak in the faith, but not to disputes over doubtful things” (Romans 14:1 ^a). Christians should welcome those whose faith is not strong, and not argue with them about opinions that are not clear or necessary for salvation.