Anyone could do that!

Word, is it possible to be a true believer without
the evidence in our lives of things that clothe a
follower of Christ?”
The reason most of us would not speak
(even kindly) to a “big shot” church leader like
this is because we are afraid he would answer,
“Who do you think you are?”
Well, we do know (or should know) who
we are; we are members to each other in Christ,
in His body the Church!
So, don’t be a coward like me. Tactfully,
in love, with gracious speech (or writing)
speak to those who bring shame to Christ and
discouragement to those in the church. Don’t
be intimidated and fooled with statements
like, “I know Pastor So and So is not perfect,
but look at the size of his church. He may be
angry, use crude language, and not like people,
but look at all he does for the Kingdom.”
So, as those who have been chosen of
God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of
compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness
and patience; bearing with one another, and
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