Doing Right By God...By Men?

The book of Romans has several chapters dedicated to how one should live knowing that they are dead to sin, and alive in Christ, IF they have believed in Him.

Romans 12:17 says, "Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody."

The interpretation of this verse needs to be a cautious undertaking. Reading the chapters as a whole is crucial to understanding Paul's message.

Some other verses that follow the above:

14:5 "One man considers a day more sacred than another; another man considers every day alike. Each one should be fully convinced in his own mind."

v.16 "Do not allow what you consider good to be spoken of as evil."

His assertion is this, I believe: everything you do is to Glorify God!

So, in turn, do things that lead to peace. Don't act as to cause your brother to stumble. Be strong for the weak. Do not give judgment. Own up to your own account..you will in the end, anyways. Edify one another. Stand up for your beliefs, if they are biblical, so that what you love is not spoiled in the world.

Personally, I take these chapters as to mean, take careful consideration on how you live your own life and do not be critical of other Christians who may do things slightly different, and not necessarily a sin, in their own Christian walk...even if it seems gray. The thing to do that is most important is to pray for them, and make sure YOU are doing what is right in the Lord

How blessed you will be when you live to please Him, not others. For in turn, you are being a light to others, and your brother and sister will see the hope that being alive in Christ brings. And, the confidence in knowing the Lord.