The Bible gives us significant counsel about how to treat sin and sinners -- especially sin by brethren or former brethren.
Unfortunately, it is rarely heeded, and this leads to a slew of unintended consequences. Let's see what the Bible tells us in regard to this phrase.
Proverbs 17:9 KJV
He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.
1 Peter 4:7-8 KJV
But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer. And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.
James 5:19-20 KJV
Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him; Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins.
Related Podcasts:
— Unto Whom Much is Given
— The Law of Faith
— The Law and Grace
— What of Works?
— Missing the Mark
— Faith and the Christian Experience
— Obedience is the Consequence, not the Cause
— Search Me, O God
— Forgiveness is Our Solemn Duty
— Beware Self-Righteousness
— Godly Sorrow, True Repentance
— Why Do We Seek Wisdom?
— Having the Right Perspective
Related Podcasts at TrueWisdom:
— Joseph and His Conflicts
— Squandered Blessings
— Grace, Grace, and More Grace
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The Key Principles of Effective Bible Study is a resource which outlines core concepts shown in the Scriptures that will help you to better understand many Biblical themes and doctrines. We have an extended, 24-part podcast series on these principles, and a condensed, 9-part series called God's Precious Word, that is based on the same resource.
We also recommend that you check out the True Wisdom podcast which I co-host with Robert Baker -- a different format for Bible Study.
Finally, here are some additional highly recommended resources:
Other Resources:
— e-Sword Bible Software
— MySword Bible Software
— Blue Letter Bible Study Site
— "Knowing the Bible" Bible Maps
We pray that all of these resources will be very helpful to you in your Bible Studies.
