Bible Question: Thanks Hank...your'e right, I did ramble and never did formally ask my question. My question - Is Matthew 18:15-17 related to 1Corinthians 6:1-6 and is this a mediation or Christian court/hearing where Christians can expect just rulings? |
Bible Answer: The Matthew 18:15-17 passage about church discipline should be read in light of the parable of the lost sheep in vv. 12-14. The goal is restoration. The 6:1-6 passage of Paul's first Corinthian letter treats of the problems of litigation in heathen courts. The two passages are related in a general way perhaps, but I'd hesitate to call them parallel passages by any means. I'll reserve comment on the last segment of your question because I'm not clear what you're asking. Perhaps someone else will be and can contribute something worthwhile to the conversation. --Hank |