Romans 14:22 bbe — The faith which you have, have it to yourself before God. Happy is the man who is not judged by that to which he gives…

Bible in Basic English

"The faith which you have, have it to yourself before God. Happy is the man who is not judged by that to which he gives approval."

— Romans 14:22, Bible in Basic English

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Romans 14 — Context

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So then, let us go after the things which make peace, and the things by which we may be a help to one another.

20

Do not let the work of God come to nothing on account of food. All things are certainly clean; but it is evil for that man who by taking food makes it hard for another.

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It is better not to take meat or wine or to do anything which might be a cause of trouble to your brother.

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The faith which you have, have it to yourself before God. Happy is the man who is not judged by that to which he gives approval.

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But he who is in doubt is judged if he takes food, because he does it not in faith; and whatever is not of faith is sin.

Romans 14:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 14:22 say?
Romans 14:22 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “The faith which you have, have it to yourself before God. Happy is the man who is not judged by that to which he gives approval.”
Where is Romans 14:22 in the Bible?
Romans 14:22 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 14, verse 22.
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 14:22.
What translation should I read Romans 14:22 in?
Romans 14:22 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 14:22?
Romans 14:22 reads (BBE): “The faith which you have, have it to yourself before God. Happy is the man who is not judged by that to which he gives approval.” 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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