Romans 14:19

Then therefore we pursue the things belonging to peace, and edification towards one another.

1902 William Baxter Godbey NT

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 in this the one serving Christ is acceptable to God, and approved unto men.

20Do not destroy the work of God on account of meat. All things are pure; but it is evil to the man who eats with offence:

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Cross References

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

Romans 12:18If possible, so far as it is within your power, living in peace with all men;

1 Corinthians 7:15But if the unbeliever departs, let him or her depart; the brother or the sister has not been enslaved in such things. God has called you in peace.

1 Corinthians 14:12So also you, since you are zealots of spirits, seek that you may abound unto the edification of the church.

2 Corinthians 12:19For a long time you were thinking that I am apologizing to you. We speak before God in Christ; but all things, 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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