“WALKING IN LOVE”
Romans 14:13:2
Big Idea: Disciples of Christ must choose love over license
Walking in love (Romans 14:13-23):
1) Am I hindering or helping? (v. 13-16)
1a) Diagnosing the dispute: (from: Matthew Haste)
1) Is it an issue of command?
2) Is it an issue of wisdom?
3) Is it an issue of conscience?
4) Is it an issue of preference?
1b) “If you love me, you’ll keep my commandments.” - John 14:15
2) Am I building the kingdom of God or destroying it? (v. 17-20a) 2a) Walking in genuine Christ-centered love:
1) Look up
2) Lay it down
3) Lift other believers up
3) Am I helping others grow spiritually or stumble sinfully? (v. 20b-23)3a) Gospel freedom flow chart (below)
