S: 5:13 God will judge those outside. "Expel the wicked man from you."
O: We are not to judge unsaved people who have not accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior. We are however, to examine and judge those inside the faith. I think this is important to address because left unchecked the habitual sinner damages what the church stands for ie. a changed life, repentance, good works, and the testimony of Christ himself. It can also infect the rest of the body (church).
A: We are all sinners and continue to sin. However, blatant sin or habitual sin, a sin left unchecked or admitted needs to be addressed within the body of believers. Furthermore, the church is to expel someone who brings false testimony to the church. I can say I have never seen anyone expelled from a church although I now of some that have been ex-communicated from the Catholic faith.
P: Lord, you know I struggle with confrontation, but it is something that I deal with on a daily basis with work, family, and church. Help me to confront wisely and with your will in mind. Help me to bring a good and strong witness for your church.
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