Brothers, if someone is caught in a sin, you who are spiritual should restore him gently. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted. Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. If anyone thinks he is something when he is nothing, he deceives himself. Each one should test his own actions. Then he can take pride in himself, without comparing himself to somebody else, for each one should carry his own load. - Galatians 6:1-5
Confronting our friends is no easy matter. It’s messy and it can be hurtful. But Paul reminds us that is can also be dangerous. God calls us to help our brothers and sisters get out of their sinful patterns, and God will help us as we help them. But sometimes this means we’ll be exposed to the same kind of temptations that our friends have already fallen into. We have to keep our guard up as we reach out to struggling believers. Remember, it’s always easier to pull someone down than to pull someone up. So be careful. We need to protect ourselves as we help others.
What precautions would be helpful when reaching out to struggling friends?
Pray for God’s protection and help before you talk to your friends about their sins.
Pray for anyone you know who’s struggling in sin today.
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