Fusion: week of 2/23

FAMILY THEME: CHRISTIAN LIBERTY

LETTING GO OF THE NON-ESSENTIALS

Romans 14

Roman Christians disagreed about the propriety of eating meat that

had been offered to idols (prior to being sold) and the observance of

certain special religious days. Paul's advice on these issues includes

important principles regarding Christian liberty.

1. We Have Our Convictions, but Our Life is the Lord's 

     (Romans 14:1-9)

     We are to accept and receive other believers.

 
2.  Ultimately, Only God's Opinion Matters

     (Romans 14:10-12) 

     Only one opinion counts: God's.

 
3.  Our Convictions Must Be Tempered by Love

     (Romans 14:13-23)

     We should remove anything that hinders progress in Christian growth.