Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Debating?
7 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Debating in the Bible
What does the Bible say about debating? Browse 11 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 7 Verses About Debating
- 1Proverbs 18:13
“He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him. answereth: Heb. returneth a word”
KJV - 2John 13:34
“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.”
KJV - 3Acts 19:9
“But when divers were hardened, and believed not, but spake evil of that way before the multitude, he departed from them, and separated the disciples, disputing daily in the school of one Tyrannus.”
KJV - 4Romans 14:1
“Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations. not: or, not to judge his doubtful thoughts”
KJV - 5Colossians 2:1
“For I would that ye knew what great conflict I have for you, and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh; conflict: or, fear, or, care”
KJV - 6Titus 3:9
“But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.”
KJV - 7
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Debating? (1 Verses)
“He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him. answereth: Heb. returneth a word”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Debating? (6 Verses)
“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.”
“But when divers were hardened, and believed not, but spake evil of that way before the multitude, he departed from them, and separated the disciples, disputing daily in the school of one Tyrannus.”
“Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations. not: or, not to judge his doubtful thoughts”
“For I would that ye knew what great conflict I have for you, and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh; conflict: or, fear, or, care”
“But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.”
“A man that is an heretick after the first and second admonition reject;”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Debating
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about debating. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about debating and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about debating is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on debating needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about debating with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about debating, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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