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How do we know the importance of church disputes being settled among saints?

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Settling disputes among saints is important as it maintains the witness of the church and reflects God's order.

The importance of resolving disputes among believers, rather than taking them to secular courts, is highlighted in 1 Corinthians 6:6-7, where Paul expresses that it brings shame to the church when a brother sues another before unbelievers. This not only tarnishes the reputation of the church but also misrepresents the grace that undergirds Christian relationships. By settling these disputes within the church community, believers demonstrate their commitment to God's values of love, mercy, and reconciliation. Furthermore, when matters are handled with spiritual discernment, it exemplifies the unity of the body of Christ and serves as a testimony to the watching world of the transformative power of the gospel.
Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 6:6-7

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Forgive the Wrong
Clay Curtis · Jan 21, 2016
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