What was the main dispute among believers in Paul's day in Romans 14?
The main dispute among believers in Paul's day concerned eating meat that had been offered to idols, particularly meat sold in the marketplace that likely came from an idolatrous temple. Strong believers felt free to eat it, while weak or newer believers, whom Paul calls weak in faith, refused and ate only herbs or vegetables.
Les teaches that Romans 14 addresses disputes between believers. In Paul's day, one of the biggest issues was eating meat that had been offered to an idolatrous temple. Paul tells them to receive the one weak in the faith, but not for doubtful disputation, so they should not bring him in and let him cause argument. The weak believer might see another believer eating meat bought at the marketplace, probably from the temple, and refuse to touch it. Paul says one believeth he may eat all things, while another who is weak eats herbs, becoming a vegetarian. Les also notes that even old Elijah was fed by ravens with herbs, veggies, and meat.
Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations.
More Questions
What is Romans chapter 14 about?
Romans chapter 14 deals with disputes between believers, and Paul does not take it verse by verse in this study.
What does Romans chapter 14 deal with?
Romans 14 is where Paul deals with disputes between believers, and Les handles it thematically rather than verse by verse.
Who is the 'weak in the faith' person Paul talks about in Romans 14?
The one who is 'weak in the faith' in Romans 14:1 is the weak believer, not the strong one, and may be a relatively new believer.