BIBLE BELIEVERS
(Message by Tanny Keng)
0. Introduction
a) Paul advises those who are mature in the faith about how they must care about their brothers and sisters in Christ who have more tender consciences; those "weaker" brothers and sisters are advised concerning their growth; and pastors and leaders are instructed on how to deal with the conflicts that easily could arise between these groups.
1. Advice to stronger believers
a) Don't be proud of your maturity; don't flaunt your freedom;
b) Act in love so you do not cause a weaker believer to stumble.
2. Advice to weaker believers
a) Although you may not feel the same freedom in some areas as in others, take your time, pray to God, but do not force others to adhere to your stipulations.
b) You would hinder other believers by making up rules and standards for how everyone ought to behave.
c) Make sure your convictions are based on God's Word, and are not simply an expression of your opinions.
3. Advice to pastors and leaders
a) Teach correctly from God's Word, helping Christians understand what is right and wrong in God's eyes, and helping them to see that they can have varied opinions on other issues and still be united.
b) Don't allow potential problems to get out of hand, causing splits and divisions.
The End ...
0. Introductiona) Paul advises those who are mature in the faith about how they must care about their brothers and sisters in Christ who have more tender consciences; those "weaker" brothers and sisters are advised concerning their growth; and pastors and leaders are instructed on how to deal with the conflicts that easily could arise between these groups.
1. Advice to stronger believers
a) Don't be proud of your maturity; don't flaunt your freedom;
b) Act in love so you do not cause a weaker believer to stumble.
2. Advice to weaker believers
a) Although you may not feel the same freedom in some areas as in others, take your time, pray to God, but do not force others to adhere to your stipulations.
b) You would hinder other believers by making up rules and standards for how everyone ought to behave.
c) Make sure your convictions are based on God's Word, and are not simply an expression of your opinions.
3. Advice to pastors and leaders
a) Teach correctly from God's Word, helping Christians understand what is right and wrong in God's eyes, and helping them to see that they can have varied opinions on other issues and still be united.
b) Don't allow potential problems to get out of hand, causing splits and divisions.
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