Christians have disagreed since the earliest days of the church, and Romans 14 offers a timeless framework for navigating that reality. Drawing on Augustine's principle of unity in essentials, liberty in non-essentials, and love in all things, the core message is clear: not every disagreement is worth dividing over. The essentials of the faith, including the nature of God, the person and work of Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, and the Gospel itself, are non-negotiable. But matters of opinion, like food, worship styles, or personal convictions, must never be elevated to the level of salvation issues. Both the weaker believer who judges others over secondary matters and the stronger believer who uses freedom without regard for others can cause real damage to the body of Christ. Love is the controlling dynamic that holds the church together across every difference.
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8/9/2026Based on an in-depth verse-by-verse study of the Book of Philippians, this devotional will guide you through some of Paul’s most intense personal moments, as well as his encouragement to rejoice.
Built in 5-day sets, the devotional will take you through Philippians in 25 weeks. Each week will also link the themes of the book to the rest of Scripture. It is perfect as a platform for deeper study as well as a personal devotional.
Based on an in-depth verse-by-verse study of the Book of Philippians, this devotional will guide you through some of Paul’s most intense personal moments, as well as his encouragement to rejoice.
Built in 5-day sets, the devotional will take you through Philippians in 25 weeks. Each week will also link the themes of the book to the rest of Scripture. It is perfect as a platform for deeper study as well as a personal devotional.