Faults and Burdens
Galatians 6:1
Brothers, if a man be overtaken in a fault, you which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness…


I. THE POSSIBILITY OF BEING MORALLY OVERCOME.

II. THE DUTY OF RESTORATION. This includes —

1. A proper sense of the value of individuals — a man.

2. An intense sympathy with Jesus Christ in His saving work.

3. A practical knowledge of human nature.

III. THE WORK OF RESTORATION IS TO BE DONE IN A PROPER SPIRIT. Dislocated limbs should be handled skilfully. What is involved in restoring a man?

1. A proper sense of sin.

2. A wise excitement of hope.

3. A deep conception of Christ's work in relation to fallen men. Beware of encouraging false peace. It is possible to bandage a limb without setting it.

(J. Parker, D. D.)



Parallel Verses
KJV: Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.

WEB: Brothers, even if a man is caught in some fault, you who are spiritual must restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; looking to yourself so that you also aren't tempted.




Duty of the Church to the Over-Tempted
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