Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures: Critical, Doctrinal and Homiletical - Romans 14:1-23
Fifth Section.—The true practice of the living worship of God in the management and adjustment of differences between the scrupulous and weak (the captives under the law), and the strong (those inclined to laxity and freedom). The Christian universalism of social life (to take no offence, to give no offence)Romans 14:1 to Romans 15:4A. Reciprocal regard, forbearance, and recognition, between the weak and the strong; of taking offence and judging. Romans 14:1-13.B. Of giving offence and... read more
The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann - Romans 14:19-23
Avoid all offense: v. 19. Let us, therefore, follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another. v. 20. For meat destroy not the work of God. All things indeed are pure; but it is evil for that man who eateth with offense. v. 21. It is good neither to eat flesh, nor to drink wine, nor anything whereby thy brother stumbleth, or is offended, or is made weak. v. 22. Hast thou faith? Have it to thyself before God. Happy is he that condemneth not... read more