Church discipline isn’t exactly a popular topic. I can see why. In an era when we’ve become more aware of abuse and institutional sins, talking about a church disciplining someone can sound downright spooky. Most pastors would rather swallow a fork.
Yet Scripture is clear that in some instances churches must discipline is necessary. Of course such actions should be taken sparingly and with great wisdom—and only as a last resort. The resources we’re spotlighting this week are designed to help you do this well. Church Discipline is wide-ranging treatment of the topic that will help you and your leadership prepare for and enact this difficult practice.
The goal of church discipline isn’t retribution; it’s restoral. Counseling Toward Repentance that will equip you to help people see their sin clearly and confess to God and to others. Discover the heart-revealing questions you can ask, the things you should listen for, and the ways in which you can help that person move in the right direction.
