Romans 14:19

And so, let us pursue the things that are of peace, and let us keep to the things that are for the edification of one another.

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In The King James Version

Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.

In Context

18For he who serves Christ in this, pleases God and is proven before men.

20Do not be willing to destroy the work of God because of food. Certainly, all things are clean. But there is harm for a man who offends by eating.

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Cross References

Psalms 34:14Like a neighbor, and like our brother, so did I please; like one mourning and contrite, so was I humbled.

Matthew 5:9Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.

Romans 12:18If it is possible, in so far as you are able, be at peace with all men.

1 Corinthians 7:15But if the unbeliever departs, let him depart. For a brother or sister cannot be made subject to servitude in this way. For God has called us to peace.

1 Corinthians 14:12So it is with you also. And since you are zealous for what is spiritual, seek the edification of the Church, so that you may abound.

2 Corinthians 12:19Have you ever thought that we should explain ourselves to you? We speak in the sight of God, in Christ. But all things, most beloved, are for your edification.

Matthew Henry on Romans 14:2-23

Exhortations to Candour; The Dominion of Christ. ( a. d. 58.) 1 Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations. 2 For one believeth that he may eat all things: another, who is weak, eateth herbs. 3 Let not him that eateth despise him that eateth not; and let not him which eateth not judge him that eateth: for God hath received him. 4 Who art thou that judgest another man's servant? to his own master he standeth or falleth. Yea, he shall be holden up: for God is able to make him stand. 5… Read the whole commentary →

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