Replies to post #53293 on Bible (Bible)

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Thanks, a good one for me....brings me into self-examination.

Ya know Steve, you post a lot of devotions, you being human may often wonder if it is really worth the effort, and it does take an effort on your part....but....With the number of readers on this board, if just once a week just "one" of your post hits home to someone-----what a blessing.----it does not have to hit home with an unbelieving person, if It sheds light on a fellow believer which sheds light on their Spiritual Walk...WOW!!! Those of the faith need guidance as well as the non-believer

Thanks much for your effort, I thank God daily for all you, Greg and Rick do here on this board and always remember those who post every now and then and also for each and every member here....God knows their heart. God Bless

[mathew633]

Restore, Don’t Destroy
Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted. - (Galatians 6:1)

Not every person who quotes the Bible is necessarily a believer. Those who quote the Scriptures to condemn others often are the guiltiest of all. Those who are quick to find fault with others often have greater fault in their own lives. The people who are so quick to come down on someone else often are guilty of far worse.

This is exactly what Jesus was talking about when He said in the Sermon on the Mount, “And why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye, but do not consider the plank in your own eye?” (Matthew 7:3).

It’s a humorous illustration, but it makes a point. Jesus was saying, “You are so quick to focus on the minutiae in another person’s life, yet you are guilty of overt sin.”

If we know of someone who is falling into sin, our objective should be to confront and restore them, not condemn and destroy them. Galatians 6:1 says, “Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted.” Our objective is to restore, not destroy.

I find it interesting that this verse goes on to say, “Considering yourself lest you also be tempted.” One day it could be you. One day you could be the person who stumbles and falls. One day you could be the person who makes that mistake, who commits that sin. And hopefully someone will come along in graciousness and boldness and help you get back on your feet again.

As the old hymn says, “Prone to wander—Lord, I feel it—prone to leave the God I love.” We have to constantly keep our guard up because we all have the potential to fall.

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