Tolerance? No, that wasn’t what I was suggesting rather the obligations toward fellow believers that Paul spoke of when a person performed even acceptable acts.
Paul does mention in 1 Cor. 10 the effect upon the unbelievers conscience as well as his own so it is not just in public that permitted actions might be refrained from but also in a private setting.
More important than what’s in your heart is what’s in God’s heart, I would say, how He views matters, not you and I.
My comments were prompted by someone posting that they knew weren’t worshiping and what others thought about it didn’t matter to them.
No, I may assume certain things but I’ve never tried to read minds, never wanted to.
Good post. I mean that. Not only civil, but I believe, some honest thought put into it, as well as nonsensical frivolities eliminated.
For the record I still maintain, as far as a human being goes, and with regards to the question of whether or not a given human being commits idolatry, that God, with His perfect Heart, judges our heart accordingly, and not outward actions alone.
At this point I wouldn’t say anymore usually, but I would genuinely like to know at this time: Do you agree or disagree with what the preceding paragraph states? Please state your reasons if you are so inclined. Thank you.