The 911 Handbook Study Guide Questions

Lesson 21 Chapter 19

When Opinions Differ: Is Right Ever Wrong?

Read Romans 14:5

Disagreement Can Cause Division

What was the real reason why Fred couldn't get along with others?

What can this teach us concerning how to preserve unity?

How People Form Opinions

How did the way the Corinthians were raised affect their convictions after they became Christians? (1 Cor. 8:7)

Although it would be nice if everything we were taught growing up was correct, it is unlikely. After we mature, how should we sort through what we have been taught? (1 Thess. 5:21)

What are some OBVIOUS things we were taught as children that we need to leave behind?

Wrong Ways to Handle Differing Opinions

Why can't people sincerely change their minds through being pressured?

What does legalism (man-made rules) do to make someone change his or her mind?

How to Handle Differing Opinions

First, Don't make a big deal over minor issues.

Explain what Jesus meant when He said the Pharisees "strain out a gnat and swallow a camel." (Matt. 23:24)

How do we strain gnats and swallow camels today?

Second, Accept one who differs, because God has accepted him.

What does it mean to "accept" the one who is weak in faith?

Why would God accept someone who is weak in faith?

Third, Be right in your heart, not just in your head.

Why does Paul say in Rom. 14:5-6 for each to be "fully convinced in his own mind"?

Fourth, Don't violate your own conscience or your brother's conscience.

What does it mean to violate someone's conscience?

What responsibility does Paul put on the stronger brother? (Rom. 15:1)

What does the stronger and weaker brothers each need to grow in?