Biblical guidelines for evaluating the exercise of our personal convictions:

1. Does it Glorify God? Isaiah 43:7, 1 Corinthians 10:31, John 15:8.

2. Can it be done in the name of Jesus? Colossians 3:17.

3. Does it cause a weaker brother to stumble? Romans 14:15, 21, Matthew 18:6-9, 1 Corinthians 8:9-13.

4. Is it profitable for you? I Corinthians 6:12.

5. Does it involve wrong company which may lead you astray? 1 Corinthians 15:33, Psalm 1:1.

6. Does it have the appearance of evil or make provision for the flesh? 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22, Romans 13:14.

7. Can it be done for the Lord? Colossians 3:23.

8. Do you have any doubts about it? Romans 14:23.

9. Would your parents understand this activity to be honoring to them? (How do you find out? ASK THEM!) Ephesians 6:2-3.

10. Is it something you would like to reap in the life of your children? Galatians 6:7-8.

11. Are you willing to face it in judgment? 2 Corinthians 5:10.