Brian Rosner When the Christians in Rome were squabbling over what the Apostle Paul called “disputable matters,” he summed up his advice to them in this way: “Let us pursue what makes for peace and for mutual upbuilding.” The implication is clear; to behave badly in such circumstances will lead to strife and demolish the church. It will also impede the progress of the gospel. Like it or not, the reputation of God and the gospel are tied to the behavior of his people. When I became principal
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