How to Get Over Failures from the Past
Everyone has experienced failure. Some failures seem greater than others, but at some point, all have fallen short in serving the Lord. Some fail by actions committed, while others fail by neglecting to act. When failures feel overwhelming, what steps can be taken? These principles offer encouragement and guidance to move beyond past failures and […]
Dealing with Anger and Bitterness When Restoring a Fallen Person
Anger is a natural response in those who have experienced significant loss or failure. The emotional toll can manifest as anger when someone falls—whether through personal sin, moral failure, or other circumstances. This reaction is often misunderstood or mishandled during the process of restoration. However, recognizing the role anger plays in grief is essential for […]
Considering Thyself Lest Thou Also Be Tempted
A sobering pattern emerges when observing those who harshly condemn the fallen—often, they are the next to stumble. This recurring reality underscores the divine warning found in Galatians 6:1: “Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou […]
Confess Faults to One Another, but Confess Sins Only to God
Scripture is often misinterpreted to align with personal desires rather than its true meaning. One area where this occurs is in the practice of confessing sin. A common misconception exists that individuals are to confess their sins to one another. However, this is not a biblical principle. Nowhere in Scripture is there a directive to […]
Being Your Own Elder Brother
The harshest critic and greatest obstacle is often not another person—it is the voice within. That inner voice constantly reminds of past sins, instills fear of what others might say, and whispers that no good can come from moving forward. Just when progress seems possible, the inner elder brother emerges, pushing back down. For many, […]
Things to Consider BEFORE Choosing to Sin
Decisions made in moments of weakness can bring a lifetime of regret. It is wise to keep these reflections close at hand, serving as a safeguard against temptation. Pause, reflect, and pray as you read each point. Let this serve as a reminder of the weight of sin and the cost it brings. Choose wisely. […]
The Silent Servants of Restoration
But the father said to his servants,Bring forth the best robe,and put it on him;and put a ring on his hand,and shoes on his feet: And bring hither the fatted calf,and kill it;and let us eat,and be merry: For this my son was dead,and is alive again; he was lost, and is found. And they […]
What To Do When You’re Overtaken in a Fault
Take careful note of the wording in Galatians 6:1: “Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.” The Bible does not say we are overtaken by a fault, but rather in a fault. This […]