Romans Chapter 14 overview: This chapter discusses Christians and how we treat other people. It can be called the consideration chapter; consider others before you consider yourself. This chapter deals with Christians personal relationships with other Gentiles and Christians.
16 Let not then your good be evil spoken of: Don't be bound by the old laws because we are under grace now. We are not to behave badly or poorly because we are saved, on the contrary, we are to behave as best and politely as possible towards others. 17 for the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. There are two kingdoms mentioned in scripture: one is the Kingdom of God, the other is the Kingdom of Heaven. They are not the same thing. When Jesus Christ came on the earth, he announced the kingdom of heaven is at hand, here's your king. Paul told this to the Jews when he presented Jesus Christ to them, but they rejected Him. This kingdom of God spoken of here is all of creation; the universe, the planets, everything that is out there. The pharoses had added hundred of laws that the people were to obey to be saved, but that is wrong. Joy is different than happiness. Happiness is dependent upon outside circumstances, like getting a present for your birthday, and that happiness is short-lived. Joy is a state of being because you are living in Christ. It is not dependent upon outside circumstances. You could be dying in the hospital and still have joy. The Holy Spirit is our teacher and comforter. 18 For he that herein serveth Christ is well–pleasing to God, and approved of men. If you are living a life that serves...
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Carl Jones
Romans 14:16-23 Consideration of Others Immanuel Baptist - Carl...
