Response to Offense

Introduction

1. Paul wrote a tearful letter to the church regarding the grief that has been inflicted on them.

a. Exposition

i. The brother caused grief among the members of the church.

ii. Paul did not want them to be over burdened.

b. Illustration

c. Application

2. The responsibility of the church is to discipline the offender.

b. Illustration

C. Application

3. The church must forgive him.

a. They are to forgive and comfort him.

b. They are to encourage him so that he is not overcome with grief.

c. They must confirm your love for him.

4. The church should reconcile him back to the body.

b. Illustration

c. Application

5. Their obedience to Christ

6. Thwart the actions of Satan