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What procedural steps are to be taken? Matthew 18:15-17 recommends the following steps: First, private rebuke (Mt. 18:15) - do it gently, in love, out of compassion, seeking to encourage; the purpose for private rebuke is to resolve the problem without fueling unnecessary gossip. Second, if private rebuke is unsuccessful, plural rebuke (Mt. 18:16; see also Deut. 17:6; 19:15; Num. 35:30) - who are these others? church leaders? people who know the person? people who know of the sin? Third, if plural rebuke is unsuccessful, public rebuke (Mt. 18:17). Fourth, if public rebuke is unsuccessful, 'excommunication' (Mt. 18:17; 1 Cor. 5:11; Titus 3:10; possibly 2 Thes. 3:14). Fifth, if repentance occurs, restoration to fellowship and reaffirmation of love (2 Cor. 2:6-8; 2 Thes. 3:14-15; Gal. 6:1). Sixth, verses 18-20 affirm that whatever decision is made in the matter, whether the offending person is 'bound' or 'loosed', reflects the will of God in heaven. The promise 'is that God will provide wisdom, guidance, and power for decision-making to the church that is united in its powers regarding the matters of church discipline' (Laney, A Guide to Church Discipline, 76). Thus, the verdict of heaven, so to speak, is consonant with that of the church, before whom the matter was adjudicated.

Sam Storms

We Love God!

God: "I looked for someone to take a stand for me, and stand in the gap" (Ezekiel 22:30)

Vegetarian Tacos

January 25, 2023

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Grains, Dairy	Vegetarian	Beans	8	Servings

INGREDIENTS

2	cn	Kidney beans — (19 oz)
		Drained
1	ts	Chili powder
1/2	c	Bell peppers
1	lg	Onion — chopped
8		Taco shells
1	pk	Taco seasoning mix
1	c	Cheddar cheese — shredded

INSTRUCTIONS

In a skillet over low heat cook onions, and peppers.  Drain beans and place
in a skillet.  Mash with a spoon.  Add chili powder and taco seasoning mix
in skillet until thoroughly combined.  Divide bean mixture among taco
shells and sprinkle with cheese.
Recipe By     : The Kitchen Survival Guide
From: Love2bake@aol.Com               Date: Thu, 8 Dec 1994 14:07:56 -0500
File ftp://ftp.idiscover.co.uk/pub/food/mealmaster/recipes/mmdja006.zip

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