Download Lesson: 9.27.15 Class Notes – Rom 14.13-23

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Paul reminds us that we shouldn’t major in the minors. The examples he gave in this text were non-moral issues. He reminds us that some people’s faith is less developed than others. Therefore, if we are engaging in an activity that would cause our fellow believer to stumble, he has commanded us to take the high road. He says, “Make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brother’s way (v.13)” He also says, “Make every effort to do what leads to peace and mutual edification.”

The underpinning of these commands is to love, not judge – unless you hear false teaching. And for whatever this is worth: if the Lord decides He wants me to be His spokesperson to make someone aware of their sinful behavior, He will have the Holy Spirit prompt me. But you know what? I have been a Christian almost 35 years, and I don’t ever recall being invited by the Holy Spirit to sit down with someone and tell them they are sinning. There must be a reason! My assumption is that the Holy Spirit has the exclusive role to convict each of us when we’re sinning.