May 30, 2009 - Restoration Of A Brother

Meditation on Galatians 6

There is an important task any Christian should do. That is to restore a brother or sister who has committed transgression. (v.1) In this sinful environment, Christian(s) may easily slip. In fact the Scriptures want us to keep watch on ourselves lest we may fall also. Therefore we should bear one another's burdens. Else where in Romans 15:1, the Scriptures says "We who are strong have an obligation to bear with the failing of the weak, and not to please ourselves." (ESV) This is to fulfill the command of Christ of loving one another. (v. 2)

However in the restoring process, we are reminded to do it in a spirit of gentleness. That means we should not be boastful, but be kind and sensitive to the weak brother or sister. But then the weak one should not always depend on others to bear his burden. Each one should learn to bear his own burden. (v. 5)

Some brothers or sisters may be deceived by wrong doctrine today. They have become a stumbling block for others and there by committing sin. We should take the responsibility and courage to correct them and bring them back to the fold.