Series: Romans Grace in Convictions 09/10/23
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Series: Romans
Grace in Convictions
Romans 14:1-12
Concentric Circles of Belief
grace when convictions collide
Develop a posture of acceptance.
Recognize everyone is not in the same place in their walk with Jesus.
Realize divisive issues will always exist among Christians.
Wedge issues are typically:
1) issues of holiness
or 2) issues of church practice
Devaluing others because of held convictions is not acceptable.
Be convinced that the gospel alone saves.
Believe the best of those with different convictions.
Remember you will give an account for how you live.
Today’s Takeaways
ü Learn to discern between essential core issues, personal convictions and preferences.
ü Hold tight to your convictions while generously offering grace to others.
ü Resist the temptation to judge others.
ü Avoid being contentious. It does not help the cause of Christ or your character.
ü Remember it is grace alone—for you and for others!
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