1 Corinthians 8:8

Bible in Basic English 1965

But God's approval of us is not based on the food we take: if we do not take it we are no worse for it; and if we take it we are no better.

Cross References

Matthew 25:15

And to one he gave five talents, to another two, to another one; to everyone as he was able; and he went on his journey.

Romans 14:17

For the kingdom of God is not food and drink, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.

1 Corinthians 6:13

Food is for the stomach and the stomach for food, and God will put an end to them together. But the body is not for the desires of the flesh, but for the Lord; and the Lord for the body:

Hebrews 13:9

Do not be turned away by different strange teachings, because it is good for your hearts to be made strong by grace, and not by meats, which were of no profit to those who took so much trouble over them.