Whatever You Do

05/12/2008 - While decrying the practice of feasting at the table of man-made "gods," Paul the apostle nevertheless will not legislate a combative attitude toward pagans who might invite Christians to dinner or sell them food in the market that might offend their conscience - nor will he legislate a fast from dining with pagans. He asks pointedly, "Why should my freedom be judged by another's conscience?" and recommends eating with thankfulness and a clear conscience:

"So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." ~ 1 Corinthians 10:31

Embedded in this specific advice is a larger principle found scattered throughout early Christian writings: "... whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God."

It is both a license to be obedient and a law to be free to put God's glory first in everything we do.