Archive for ◊ 2010 ◊
Action Step #1 Confirm that the sin is taking place vv. 1-2
Action Step #2 Commence the discipline process vv. 3-5
Can you identify the violation of scripture ?
Are more mature Christians convinced the action taking place is sin ?
Is the sinner irrationally defensive when approached about the sin ?
Action Step #3 Correct wrong perceptions of the sin taking place vv. 6-8
Are we prepared to do our part?
Why do we allow sin to continue ?
The fear of man!
We have a low view of Gods’ holiness!
We have a low view of sins destructiveness?
Accept – responsibility for sin
Confess – sin to God
Turn – away from sin
Mind your Peas and Qs
Pray for courage, grace, patience, wisdom and understanding.
Examine yourself for the same sin, take log out of your own eye.
Avail yourself to help the person.
Study the scripture.
Question the person so you can have a right understanding of the situation.
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Action Step #1 Confirm that the sin is taking place vv. 1-2
Action Step #2 Commence the discipline process vv. 3-5
Action Step #3 Correct wrong responses to the sin taking place vv. 6-8
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Theme: Five helpful principles for spiritual correction so you might maintain a gospel focus in confronting sin.
I. Direct confrontation of the sin is necessary vv.6-7
II. Discriminate use of irony may be helpful v.8
III. Dedication to the point of sacrifice is required vv.9-13
IV. Dynamics of the relationship should be reaffirmed vv.14-16
V. Determine the proper course of action vv. 17-21
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Theme: Five helpful principles for spiritual correction so you might maintain a gospel focus in confronting sin.
I. Direct confrontation of the sin is necessary vv.6-7
II. Discriminate use of irony may be helpful v.8
III. Dedication to the point of sacrifice is required vv.9-13
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Theme : Five Timeless Admonitions
I. Understand the true nature of the church as a temple of God vv.16-17
Characteristics of a temple
Corporately we belong to God.
The Spirit of God dwells in us.
We are Holy.
Holiness should characterize the local church.
Genuine worship of God should abound in our lives.
A life of surrender to the Lordship of Christ.
We must recognize the primacy and place the local church has in our lives.
II. Beware of worldly wisdom vv.18-20
III. Abandon all boasting in men vv. 21-23
IV. Maintain a proper regard for church leaders vv. 4:1-2
V. Don’t pass judgement too quickly but wait for the Lord to return vv. 3-5
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