JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Key Element for Thriving Relationships is confronting sin carefully.

Nathan was a prophet who confronted King David about serious sin issues in his life. He told a story to help David see the injustice of his actions and the pain that he caused. David repented of his sin and Nathan supported his leadership in the days that followed.

Confronting sin is not easy. It is an attempt to stand for righteousness and help someone to be set free from sin. The purpose of confrontation is not condemnation, but rather it is restoration. It is an opportunity for a spiritual breakthrough.

Galatians 6:1 says this: “Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted.”

Confronting sin carefully is a key element for thriving relationships that honor God.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com