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NASB | 1 Corinthians 5:7 Clean out the old leaven so that you may be a new lump, just as you are in fact unleavened. For Christ our Passover also has been sacrificed. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 5:7 Clean out the old leaven so that you may be a new batch, just as you are, still unleavened. For Christ our Passover Lamb has been sacrificed. |
Bible Question:
Is there ever a time when a member can be removed from a church? I heard a minister say that members will be cursed for talking or gossipping about the ministry, him and his wife. He spoke of removing folks and said he had scripture to back him up. What scripture relates to this if any? Thanks |
Bible Answer: mtnrip: Matthew 18:15-20 is the instuctions Jesus left us with. I had the very sad experience of being a pastor of a church that went through this very difficult ordeal. I wish I could say after it was all done and over that the person repented and fellowship was returned once again. Unfortunately the person just went to the same denominationaal church but a different town about 15 miles away and was welcomed with open arms. This person has passed on, so I don't feel it is telling tales now. I would caution antone considering such a drastic step to move slowly, and asking the Lords watchcare over all concerned. I believe this is a last drastic step in a pastors leadership and the life of the church. 16 years after this experience I still feel sad for the family involved in removing their long time friend. This came down to a secret vote of the church body and there were no votes against expelling the brother. Without restoration of the one removed healing is incomplete. I hope this helps. justme |
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