Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Food and Eating"
The New Testament teaches that all foods are clean, while encouraging moderation, thankfulness, and sensitivity to others' convictions.
The New Testament teaches that all foods are clean, while encouraging moderation, thankfulness, and sensitivity to others' convictions.
"For every creature of God is good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving." — 1 Timothy 4:4 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Food and Eating?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"For every creature of God is good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving."
"Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God."
"For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost."
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