KJV ORIGINAL
Let not then your good be evil spoken of:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Don't let the good things you're doing get a bad reputation because of how you're going about them.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Make sure your good intentions don't accidentally hurt your witness.
📚 Historical Context
In the context of Paul's letter to the Romans, written around 57 AD, he was addressing divisions in the early church between Jewish and Gentile Christians over matters like dietary laws and observance of holy days. Paul was urging the stronger believers, who felt free from such restrictions, not to cause the weaker ones to stumble or allow their actions to invite criticism. This verse fits into a broader discussion on Christian liberty and the importance of maintaining unity in the faith.
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