02.07.21 CARING ENOUGH TO CONFRONT (King Jesus: The Gospel of Matthew- Part 48)

CARING ENOUGH TO CONFRONT

(King Jesus: The Gospel of Matthew- Part 48)

February 7, 2021

 

WOUNDING OTHERS IN THE CHURCH IS INEVITABLE

DEALING WITH OFFENSES IS NOT OPTIONAL 

Why we don’t:

Confrontation is uncomfortable/painful

– Disagreeing with another is seen as being  “hateful”

– It is seen as an act of disobedience

Why we must:

– God commands it

– The world is watching

Sin is damaging/damning

Dealing with it brings to reconciliation, health, life

THE PASSAGE: Matthew 18:15-20 

The steps to take- vs. 15-17 

The motivation and encouragement needed- vs.18-20