The Bible outlines church discipline as a means of restoring relationships and maintaining unity among believers, according to Matthew 18:15-20.
In Matthew 18:15-20, Jesus provides a clear process for church discipline aimed at reconciliation rather than punishment. When a brother or sister sins, the response should be to approach them privately and seek to address the matter with grace. If they do not listen, taking one or two others along can help establish the seriousness of the issue, fostering an environment for restoration. The ultimate goal of discipline is to heal relationships and maintain unity within the body of Christ, not to cast people out.
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