1 Corinthians 8:8

New International Version

But food does not bring us near to God; we are no worse if we do not eat, and no better if we do.

Cross References

Matthew 25:15

To one he gave five bags of gold, to another two bags, and to another one bag, each according to his ability. Then he went on his journey.

Romans 14:17

For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit,

1 Corinthians 6:13

You say, “Food for the stomach and the stomach for food, and God will destroy them both.” The body, however, is not meant for sexual immorality but for the Lord, and the Lord for the body.

Hebrews 13:9

Do not be carried away by all kinds of strange teachings. It is good for our hearts to be strengthened by grace, not by eating ceremonial foods, which is of no benefit to those who do so.