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Disclaimer: This message is only to those who believe in the one and only true God, the God who provided the Saviour (Jesus Christ).
In 1st Corinthians chapter 5 we encounter clear Biblical teaching concerning Church discipline. Supplemented with other passages within the reveal will of God such as
Matthew 18:15-17, 1 Timothy 5:19-20 and Galatians 2:11-14, our course and means for Church discipline is complete as promised by scripture:
2 Timothy 3:16-17. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
If we choose to follow this course or not, do not change the fact that this is God’s reveal will put forth for Church discipline. To not act in the manner for which God has demanded does not imply that one is doom to eternal damnation; for salvation is not determine by the works of man. However, inaction may undermine the sanctity of a local Church body to the point where such may be rendered powerless to convict those within and without. Sins that remain unchecked become a common law of acceptance which eventually causes most to despise God’s true law.
To pray for guidance from the Holy Spirit is prudent in all matters including matters requiring Church discipline. However, no assumed hearing or guidance from the Holy Spirit will contradict the written word of God; for the Holy Spirit is the author of God’s word and HE will not contradict what HE has written.
2 Peter 1:21. For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.
Thus, if we conclude not to act as God had instructed us to act, let us Not conclude that we have acted in responds to the hearing or guidance of the Holy Spirit. To act in a righteous manner, as revealed through God’s will, is not defined by what feels good or what consequences may follow; for most acts against that which is evil has a cost which is clearly stated and warned in scripture.
1 Peter 4:12-13. Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.
2 Timothy 3:12. Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.
Luke 14:27-30. And whosoever doth not bear his cross, and come after me, cannot be my disciple. For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it? Lest haply, after he hath laid the foundation, and is not able to finish it, all that behold it begin to mock him, Saying, This man began to build, and was not able to finish.
1st Corinthians chapter 5 renders most in the Body of Christ guilty of inaction. If we continue not to act as stated in scripture let us NOT say the Holy Spirit did not lead us do so; let us rather acknowledge our sin of inaction and pray for strength (if such is God’s will) to overcome such. Biblical history has shown that often when man (even God’s chosen people) consistently disobey certain commands, God will leave it as a snare.
Judges 2: 2-3. And ye shall make no league with the inhabitants of this land; ye shall throw down their altars: but ye have not obeyed my voice: why have ye done this? Wherefore I also said, I will not drive them out from before you; but they shall be as thorns in your sides, and their gods shall be a snare unto you.
Numbers 33:55 But if ye will not drive out the inhabitants of the land from before you; then it shall come to pass, that those which ye let remain of them shall be pricks in your eyes, and thorns in your sides, and shall vex you in the land wherein ye dwell.
Example of man following feelings (his own righteousness) and not the Holy Spirit:
The Holy Spirit spoke to Jonah to preach repentance to the people of Nineveh (Jonah 1); however, Jonah felt bad about the possibility of God moving Israel’s enemies toward repentance. Such is a clear indication that the Holy Spirit demands are not always consistent with ones feelings or personal desires.
In Summary, the Holy Spirit in matters of discernment and righteousness never works apart from or in contradiction to Scripture; Holy Spirit Never have and Never will. The Holy Spirit reveals truth as stated in Scripture:
John 14:26. But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
Good Day and God Bless
In 1st Corinthians chapter 5 we encounter clear Biblical teaching concerning Church discipline. Supplemented with other passages within the reveal will of God such as
Matthew 18:15-17, 1 Timothy 5:19-20 and Galatians 2:11-14, our course and means for Church discipline is complete as promised by scripture:
2 Timothy 3:16-17. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
If we choose to follow this course or not, do not change the fact that this is God’s reveal will put forth for Church discipline. To not act in the manner for which God has demanded does not imply that one is doom to eternal damnation; for salvation is not determine by the works of man. However, inaction may undermine the sanctity of a local Church body to the point where such may be rendered powerless to convict those within and without. Sins that remain unchecked become a common law of acceptance which eventually causes most to despise God’s true law.
To pray for guidance from the Holy Spirit is prudent in all matters including matters requiring Church discipline. However, no assumed hearing or guidance from the Holy Spirit will contradict the written word of God; for the Holy Spirit is the author of God’s word and HE will not contradict what HE has written.
2 Peter 1:21. For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.
Thus, if we conclude not to act as God had instructed us to act, let us Not conclude that we have acted in responds to the hearing or guidance of the Holy Spirit. To act in a righteous manner, as revealed through God’s will, is not defined by what feels good or what consequences may follow; for most acts against that which is evil has a cost which is clearly stated and warned in scripture.
1 Peter 4:12-13. Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.
2 Timothy 3:12. Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.
Luke 14:27-30. And whosoever doth not bear his cross, and come after me, cannot be my disciple. For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it? Lest haply, after he hath laid the foundation, and is not able to finish it, all that behold it begin to mock him, Saying, This man began to build, and was not able to finish.
1st Corinthians chapter 5 renders most in the Body of Christ guilty of inaction. If we continue not to act as stated in scripture let us NOT say the Holy Spirit did not lead us do so; let us rather acknowledge our sin of inaction and pray for strength (if such is God’s will) to overcome such. Biblical history has shown that often when man (even God’s chosen people) consistently disobey certain commands, God will leave it as a snare.
Judges 2: 2-3. And ye shall make no league with the inhabitants of this land; ye shall throw down their altars: but ye have not obeyed my voice: why have ye done this? Wherefore I also said, I will not drive them out from before you; but they shall be as thorns in your sides, and their gods shall be a snare unto you.
Numbers 33:55 But if ye will not drive out the inhabitants of the land from before you; then it shall come to pass, that those which ye let remain of them shall be pricks in your eyes, and thorns in your sides, and shall vex you in the land wherein ye dwell.
Example of man following feelings (his own righteousness) and not the Holy Spirit:
The Holy Spirit spoke to Jonah to preach repentance to the people of Nineveh (Jonah 1); however, Jonah felt bad about the possibility of God moving Israel’s enemies toward repentance. Such is a clear indication that the Holy Spirit demands are not always consistent with ones feelings or personal desires.
In Summary, the Holy Spirit in matters of discernment and righteousness never works apart from or in contradiction to Scripture; Holy Spirit Never have and Never will. The Holy Spirit reveals truth as stated in Scripture:
John 14:26. But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
Good Day and God Bless
