Here’s the gist of what Paul told those with a strong conscience (column 1): “You can continue to use your freedom because in principle you’re right about these issues. But what you must not do is look down on (i.e., despise) the strict. You must welcome them, learn how to get along with them, and learn to appreciate their subculture. You need to assume that they’re being strict for God’s glory, not because they’re neurotic fundamentalists.
