Romans 14:19 net — So then, let us pursue what makes for peace and for building up one another.

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"So then, let us pursue what makes for peace and for building up one another."

— Romans 14:19, NET Bible

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Romans 14 — Context

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Therefore do not let what you consider good be spoken of as evil.

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For the kingdom of God does not consist of food and drink, but righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.

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For the one who serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and approved by people.

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So then, let us pursue what makes for peace and for building up one another.

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Do not destroy the work of God for the sake of food. For although all things are clean, it is wrong to cause anyone to stumble by what you eat.

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It is good not to eat meat or drink wine or to do anything that causes your brother to stumble.

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The faith you have, keep to yourself before God. Blessed is the one who does not judge himself by what he approves.

Romans 14:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 14:19 say?
Romans 14:19 in the NET Bible reads: “So then, let us pursue what makes for peace and for building up one another.”
Where is Romans 14:19 in the Bible?
Romans 14:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 14, verse 19.
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 14:19.
What translation should I read Romans 14:19 in?
Romans 14:19 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 14:19?
Romans 14:19 reads (NET): “So then, let us pursue what makes for peace and for building up one another.” 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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