Scripture Post #838: *REBUKE BEFORE ALL*

1st Timothy 5:20: "Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear."

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This Scripture was from Apostle Paul, unto Timothy, his son in the faith (1st Tim. 1:1-2).

Many people today have problems with the words: rebuke, judge, correct, reprove, etcetera. Most of the time, the opposition to these words is due to people's unwillingness to change. You see, if I was a fowl-mouthed individual, and no one corrected me, no one judged me, no one *rebuked* me, because they didn't want to upset or offend me, then they'd be doing more harm than good. By neglecting to judge me of my distasteful behavior and dirty sin before a holy GOD, my soul is left in jeopardy of curses, attacks from the enemy, and most importantly, the judgement of the LORD. I'd rather be rebuked by man on earth, than by a Holy & Just GOD on judgement day. Tell me my flaws so that I may improve. Judge me for my betterment. And if I'm rebuked before many, praise be to GOD—for my wrongs were not only corrected for my betterment, but for the betterment of all my witnesses with me. 

Originally Published: Mon. 12/29/14