Serve one another

Paul says freedom must not become an opportunity for the flesh. Instead, believers are to serve one another through love. Purpose is distorted when freedom becomes permission to consume people for personal ambition. Let freedom in Christ create willingness to help rather than rivalry that tears a community apart.

Put the Word into practice

Use one freedom or resource you possess to serve someone else's good.

Search the Scripture

What opposite outcomes does Paul describe for relationships in verses 13–15?

A prayerful response

Jesus, turn my freedom toward loving service and protect our community from destructive rivalry. Amen.