Romans 14:1

"Welcome with open arms fellow believers who don't see things the way you do.  And don't jump all over them every time they do or say something you don't agree with - even when it seems that they are strong on opinions but weak in the faith department.  Remember, they have their own history to deal with. Treat them gently." Romans 14:1

Isn't it true that you will always find someone you don't agree with?  Of course it is true.  But in all of our debate and arguing over our convictions, we've missed the testimony we display for the rest of the world to see. While we are proving our point, the world sees hostility and disunity.

Paul teaches us in this chapter that God is at work in each believer.  The way in which He works in you may be different than the way He works in me.  Because we both have different backgrounds. There are things in my life that needs some attention while not in yours and vis a versa.  God speaks to both of us and what I do know is that while God will lead us both through different experiences and convictions, He will lead us to the same destination.  Kneeling side by side in worship of the One who rescued us.

Are you kind and gentle with others who don't agree with youo or have the same convictions? Or, do you spend all your energy trying to prove that you are right?
(Suggested Reading: Romans 14)