Romans 14:18 nasb — For he who in this way serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men.

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"For he who in this way serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men."

— Romans 14:18, NASB

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Romans 14 — Context

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For if because of food your brother is hurt, you are no longer walking according to love. Do not destroy with your food him for whom Christ died.

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Therefore do not let what is for you a good thing be spoken of as evil;

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for the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.

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For he who in this way serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men.

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So then we pursue the things which make for peace and the building up of one another.

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Do not tear down the work of God for the sake of food. All things indeed are clean, but they are evil for the man who eats and gives offense.

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It is good not to eat meat or to drink wine, or to do anything by which your brother stumbles.

Romans 14:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 14:18 say?
Romans 14:18 in the NASB reads: “For he who in this way serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men.”
Where is Romans 14:18 in the Bible?
Romans 14:18 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 14, verse 18.
Who wrote Romans?
Romans is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 56–57.
What is the book of Romans about?
Romans is Paul's most systematic exposition of the gospel — the universal need for salvation, justification by faith in Christ, the new life of the Spirit, the place of Israel in God's plan, and the practical shape of a transformed community. The most influential letter in church history.
What are the major themes of Romans?
Romans explores themes including Righteousness by Faith, Sin, Grace, Spirit-Filled Life, Israel, Christian Living. These themes shape the meaning and context of Romans 14:18.
What translation should I read Romans 14:18 in?
Romans 14:18 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Romans 14:18?
Romans 14:18 reads (NASB): “For he who in this way serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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