Romans 14:19
BSB · Public Domain (CC0)“So then, let us pursue what leads to peace and to mutual edification.”
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“So then, let us pursue what leads to peace and to mutual edification.”
Berean Standard Bible · Public Domain (CC0)“Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.”
King James Version · Public Domain“So then let us follow after things which make for peace, and things whereby we may edify one another.”
American Standard Version · Public Domain“So, then, the things of peace may we pursue, and the things of building up one another;”
Young's Literal Translation · Public DomainOther passages that echo Romans 14:19 — 22 related verses from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Psalms 34:14Turn away from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.
- Psalms 133:1Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony!
- Matthew 5:9Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.
- Mark 9:50Salt is good, but if the salt loses its saltiness, with what will you season it? Have salt among yourselves, and be at peace with one another.”
- Romans 12:18If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone.
- Romans 15:2Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up.
- 1 Corinthians 7:15But if the unbeliever leaves, let him go. The believing brother or sister is not bound in such cases. God has called you to live in peace.
- 1 Corinthians 10:33as I also try to please everyone in all I do. For I am not seeking my own good, but the good of many, that they may be saved.
- 1 Corinthians 14:12It is the same with you. Since you are eager to have spiritual gifts, strive to excel in gifts that build up the church.
- 1 Corinthians 14:26What then shall we say, brothers? When you come together, everyone has a psalm or a teaching, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. All of these must be done to build up the church.
- 2 Corinthians 12:19Have you been thinking all along that we were making a defense to you? We speak before God in Christ, and all of this, beloved, is to build you up.
- 2 Corinthians 13:11Finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect harmony, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.
- Ephesians 4:3and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.
- Ephesians 4:29Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.
- Philippians 2:1Therefore if you have any encouragement in Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any affection and compassion,
- Colossians 3:12Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:11Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing.
- 1 Timothy 1:4or devote themselves to myths and endless genealogies, which promote speculation rather than the stewardship of God’s work, which is by faith.
- 2 Timothy 2:22Flee from youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, together with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
- Hebrews 12:14Pursue peace with everyone, as well as holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.
- James 3:13Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.
- 1 Peter 3:11He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it.
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