Let's try this again. Being sick & attempting to still function in life isn't always the best idea. I read & posted on 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 last time. Today, I'll actually read & comment on the correct Scripture.
Paul is handling an uncomfortable situation in his classic bold & honest style. There is serious sexual sin going on in the church. Everyone knows about it, but no one has said or done anything. Paul tells the church to confront the offender and handle him accordingly.
To often we want to avoid the conflict. If we pretend it isn't happening, maybe it will just go away & we won't have to deal with the devastation & embarrassment of confrontation. It is better to directly deal with the issue. For if you allow your brother or sister in Christ to destroy themselves with sin, are you really treating them with love? I think not.
So, hold one another accountable. Treat one another with love. Offer mercy and forgiveness. Basically, treat one another the way Christ treats you.
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