(S)cripture-
1 Cor. 8:9 Be careful, however, that the exercise of your freedom does not become a stumbling block for the weak.
(O)bservation-
We are all at different 'stages' in our walk with God. When we accepted Christ as Lord and Savior we were saved from the pit of Hell and redeemed to God to live for eternity in Heaven. However, some have become believers recently and some long ago, some have studied and searched the Word very diligently and others not so much. Because of this some have faith and conviction that is stronger than that of others - even though we are all believers and covered by God's grace. For this reason, those who are stronger and perhaps more free in their faith must be mindful of their brothers and sisters who are weaker and be careful that their own actions would not cause others to fall into sin and defile their own faith. If the stronger believer causes the weaker believer to sin, then he too sins against Christ.
(A)pplication-
I will be always mindful of all my actions in any environment I am in. I want to be a great witness for Christ whether I am around believers or non-believers and to do my best to reflect His glory.
(P)rayer-
Lord God in Heaven, I praise You for the way in which You have been working in my life, for how You have been leading me through Your Holy Spirit, and for the freedom I have through Christ. I pray that I would be a reflection of You in all that I do - to be a great witness to the world and to not cause anyone else to stumble in their own walks with You. I am truly blessed and I love and praise You. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.
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