The Love/Hate Phrase
Things NOT found in the Bible, part 4 Introduction In Galatians 6:1 the Apostle Paul writes, Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted. Essentially, if you see a brother committing sin, you are to admonish him and him get out of it while making sure you don’t fall victim to the same sin. For example, going to a bar to bring home someone while not participating in drinking. This includes something as harmless as soda. Although you’re not engaging in the drinking of alcohol, you are associating yourself with the location and the people that show patronage there. I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase, “Love the Sinner and Hate the Sin.” While it isn’t found anywhere in the bible, the message has been shown throughout the scriptures. Babylonian Captivity One of the best examples of this is when Judah was carried away to Babylon in captivit...