Confrontation and Correction

Confrontaion and Correction
2 Timothy 2:23-26

• Central Truth: As God’s useful servants, the spiritual leaders of the church are to confront and correct those in sin and serious doctrinal error.

Parallel Passage:

Matthew 7:1-6




1. Correction must be done in wisdom. (23)


• Is the person involved in clear disobedience to God’s Word?
• Is the person denying a fundamental of the faith?
• What is your goal in arguing the issue?


2. Correction must be done in love. (24-25a)


• Correction is not quarrelsome.
• Correction must be kind to all.
• Correction must be based in Biblical teaching.
• Correction must be patient when wronged.
• Correction must be done in gentleness.


3. Correction must be done for the sake of souls. (25b-26)


• The destiny of our souls are at stake.
• The assurance of our purpose is secure.