Confrontation Results in Purity and Security

1Co 5:3  For I verily, being absent in body but present in spirit, have already as though I were present judged him that hath so wrought this thing,

  Paul had to confront the problems the Corinthians faced, especially the issue of incest in the church. Unfortunately, the leaders failed to deal with this sin. Paul therefore instructs leaders in hot to deal with a member who rebels against a life of obedience to the Lord.

  Why is confrontation so difficult? We often misunderstand its purpose. Our goal among brothers should not be to punish or excommunicate, but to restore. Confrontation is a redemptive act of leadership. So what are the goals of healthy confrontation?

  Clarification- I will get a better understanding of the person and what happened.

  Change- I hope to get improvement from it. And it may be me!

  Relationship- I will likely deepen my relationship with this person.

  Purity- As word gets out; the organization will be purified and sobered.

  Respect- The organization will likely raise the members’ level of respect for the leadership.