All things are lawful; but not all things are expedient. All things are lawful; but not all things edify.

-The same principle is laid down in 1 Corinthians 6:12.

'expedient' -i.e. helpful, beneficial, advantageous.

'edify' -builds strong Christian character. All 'lawful' things don't necessarily promote spirituality. 'But not everything is constructive' (Fee p. 479)

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