“He who conceals a transgression seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates intimate friends.” (Proverbs 17:9)
Sin should only be disclosed as far as it must be to heal rifts and bring about repentance. This principle is laid out in both the Proverbs and in Jesus’ admonition to rebuke your brother in private if at all possible in Matthew 18:15-17.
Sin cannot be ignored, but it must be viewed as a disease to be surgically removed. We cut and open the wound only as much as is necessary for healing. Don’t openly shame someone over their sin. There is no need is to devalue their soul. Wisdom and love cry out for discretion.
Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites
This Week’s Reading: Numbers 19-26; Psalm 17; Proverbs 17
This year, #Biblebites are looking at lessons from the history of the Old Testament. Each week reads a section of history with a Psalm to meditate on and a dash of Proverbs to dwell upon. If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2024-vision