Should I get involved? Is it being nosey? Am I being judgmental?
When
we see a believer caught in sin, walloped by Satan, choosing darkness over
light... et cetera and so on... do we get involved?
In
general, the answer is "YES!" However, ALWAYS, discernment is
required.
First,
remember what Paul said to the believers of Galatia: "Brothers, if anyone
is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a
spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted."
(Galatians 6:1 ESV) Those abiding in Christ, being filled by, and led of the
Spirit are ready to help others. If you are living worldly, don't try to advise
someone else. Repent and believe the gospel in a fresh way yourself; and, then,
help others. I'm not saying not to share truth and show love; I'm saying have a
position of holiness from which to speak on holiness.
So,
yes, we are to get involved, but not if we are not filled by, led by, walking
in the Spirit AND abiding in Christ. Got it?
But,
even then, is it up to us to help believers caught in error or sin? Let Brother
James speak on the subject: "My brothers, if anyone among you wanders from
the truth and someone brings him back, let him know that whoever brings back a
sinner from his wandering will save his soul from death and will cover a
multitude of sins." (James 5:19-20 ESV)
We
may not be REQUIRED, but we will be BLESSED if we are used of the Lord. Think
on these things...
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