Seven steps to H.A.R.M.O.N.Y.
1. Hold back judgment on disputable matters. Romans 14:1
a) People are more important than issues.
b) Accept them!
2. Avoid looking down on those you disagree with. 14:2-4
a) Remember that God has accepted them, even if you don’t.
3. Realize that we must live for the Lord alone. 14:4-10
a) Even those we disagree with may have positive spiritual
reasons for what they are doing. 14:5-6
b) In the end, they will answer to God and not to us.
c) We will answer to God, too.
4. Make sure you don’t trip others up. 14:13
a) They must be allowed to live by their convictions.
b) Don’t let your maturity destroy someone else.
5. Only do what leads to peace and mutual edification. 14:19
a) Always act in love.
6. Never put your preferences over people. 14:20-21
7. Yield to your neighbor for their good. 15:2
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