Expediency, in a biblical context, refers to actions or decisions that are advantageous or beneficial, particularly in advancing the purposes of God or the well-being of the community of believers. The concept often involves discerning what is permissible versus what is beneficial, especially in matters where the Bible does not provide explicit commands.

1. 1 Corinthians 6:12 : "Everything is permissible for me, but not everything is beneficial. Everything is permissible for me, but I will not be mastered by anything." This verse highlights the principle that while certain actions may be allowed, they are not necessarily beneficial or expedient. The apostle Paul emphasizes the importance of self-control and the avoidance of being dominated by permissible actions.

2. 1 Corinthians 10:23-24 : "Everything is permissible, but not everything is beneficial. Everything is permissible, but not everything is edifying. No one should seek his own good, but the good of others." Here, Paul reiterates the need to consider the edification of others and the community's well-being over personal freedom. Expediency involves seeking the good of others and the building up of the church.

3. Romans 14:19 : "So then, let us pursue what leads to peace and to mutual edification." This scripture encourages believers to prioritize actions that promote peace and build up the community. Expediency involves making choices that foster harmony and spiritual growth among believers.

4. Philippians 1:9-10 : "And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ." Paul prays for the Philippians to grow in love and discernment, which are crucial for understanding what is truly expedient in their walk with Christ.

5. Hebrews 12:1 : "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off every encumbrance and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with endurance the race set out for us." This passage encourages believers to remove hindrances and focus on what is expedient for their spiritual race, emphasizing endurance and the pursuit of holiness.

6. Ephesians 5:15-17 : "Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is." Believers are urged to walk wisely and make the most of their time, understanding and aligning with God's will, which is the essence of expediency.

7. Colossians 4:5-6 : "Act wisely toward outsiders, redeeming the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone." This instruction underscores the importance of wisdom and grace in interactions, ensuring that actions and words are expedient in representing Christ to the world.

In summary, the biblical concept of expediency involves discerning and choosing actions that are not only permissible but also beneficial, edifying, and aligned with God's will, ultimately seeking the good of others and the advancement of God's kingdom.Romans 14:14-22
I know, and am persuaded by the Lord Jesus, that there is nothing unclean of itself: but to him that esteems any thing to be unclean, to him it is unclean.
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1 Corinthians 6:12
All things are lawful to me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any.
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1 Corinthians 8:8-13
But meat commends us not to God: for neither, if we eat, are we the better; neither, if we eat not, are we the worse.
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1 Corinthians 9:19-23
For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant to all, that I might gain the more.
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1 Corinthians 10:23-33
All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not.
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The First Delegated General Conference of 1812
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The General Conference of 1820
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Anti-Romanistic Attitude.
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The General Conference of 1840
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The Book of Humanity
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