Romans 14:19

Translations

Modern

So then, let us pursue what leads to peace and to mutual edification.

Traditional

Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.

Literal

So then, may we pursue the things of peace, and the things of building up one another.

Latin

Itaque quæ pacis sunt, sectemur: et quæ ædificationis sunt, in invicem custodiamus.

Original

Greek

English

So then, let us pursue what leads to peace and to mutual edification.

Notes

Romans 14:1–15:7

Paul addresses a specific issue causing conflict in the church at Rome. The church encountered a dispute between those weak in faith and those strong in faith about certain practices (see 15:1).

Throughout this section, Paul urges Christians to show patience and tolerance toward one another and their practices. He is convinced that people on both sides are genuine believers. He also believes that the issues they are arguing about are not essential to the Christian faith.

Romans 12:1–15:13

This section of Romans explains the moral and ethical demands of the gospel. God’s gift of salvation in Christ calls for a response from believers.

God not only forgives sin. He also wants to transform how people live.

Much of what Paul teaches here about the moral duties of believers also appears in his other letters. However, Paul also addresses issues that were especially important for the church in Rome. One key issue was the disagreement between people who were weak in faith and people who were strong in faith(14:1–15:13).

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Giving up Rights Tolerance

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If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone.
Psalm 34:14
Turn away from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.
Romans 15:2
Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up.
Hebrews 12:14
Pursue peace with everyone, as well as holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.
2 Corinthians 13:11
Finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect harmony, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.
Colossians 3:12–15
Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
1 Thessalonians 5:11–12
Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing.
Matthew 5:9
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.
Mark 9:50
Salt is good, but if the salt loses its saltiness, with what will you season it? Have salt among yourselves, and be at peace with one another.”
Philippians 2:1–4
Therefore if you have any encouragement in Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any affection and compassion,
1 Corinthians 14:26
What then shall we say, brothers? When you come together, everyone has a psalm or a teaching, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. All of these must be done to build up the church.

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