Matthew 18.15-20

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Limerick

A church should be humble and mild
When a brother in faith has gone wild
The first step is one
To bring it undone
Forgiveness is the Lord’s style

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Potential actions to take in response

One practical way to respond to the teaching of Matthew 18.15-20 is to practice the spirit of reconciliation within our relationships. By understanding and honoring one another’s perspectives, being willing to listen and try to understand each other, and establishing a mutual respect for one another, we can build healthy relationships. We can also strive to be peacemakers in our communities, seeking to bring healing and restoration where there is conflict. Additionally, we should strive to forgive those who have wronged us, just as Christ has forgiven us. Finally, we should strive to be humble, recognizing that even when we are right, we can still apologize and ask for forgiveness if needed.

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Related passages

Themes: Reconciliation, forgiveness, humility.
Related passages: Luke 17.3-4 – Forgiveness and reconciliation should be sought without limit; James 5.16 – Confession of sins brings healing; Galatians 6.1 – Bearing one another’s burdens requires humility.

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