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RJ Hamster 1 Corinthians 5:11-13 NKJV
1 Corinthians 5:11-13
(11) But now I have written to you not to keep company with anyone named a brother, who is sexually immoral, or covetous, or an idolater, or a reviler, or a drunkard, or an extortioner—not even to eat with such a person. (12) For what have I to dowith judging those also who are outside? Do you not judge those who are inside? (13) But those who are outside God judges. Therefore “put away from yourselves the evil person.”
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Paul explains that we have to evaluate—discern, judge—immorality of all kinds in the church, and he advocates the practice of disfellowshipping those who continue to practice such sins. The presence of unrepentant sinners in the congregation only causes trouble and creates divisions, as they had in the incident he had written about earlier in the chapter.
But what about grace, mercy, and patience? What about demonstrating the love of God? Some might ask, “What’s wrong with Paul? Doesn’t he understand that we live under grace? Did he not understand that we all need to co-exist and be tolerant of one another? Did he not know that he would have everyone pointing the finger at each other and bringing chaos into the church? Isn’t that what’s going on in the world as we speak?”
In II Thessalonians 3:6, 14, the apostle gives the same advice:
But we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you withdraw from every brother who walks disorderly and not according to the tradition which he received from us. . . . And if anyone does not obey our word in this epistle, note that person and do not keep company with him, that he may be ashamed.
Some might think, “Paul needs to stop! He’s going to destroy the church!” But that is exactly the opposite of what he is trying to do. He urges church members to use the gift of discernment to root out the weeds—call them tares, if you will—among them so that good fruits of righteousness could be produced in the ensuing peaceful environment (see James 3:18). Remember, God gives the gifts of His Spirit—including discernment—for the improvement and growth of the body (I Corinthians 12:7).
In fact, what Paul commanded the Corinthians and Thessalonians to do is an expression of godly love. Admonishing Timothy and Titus to guard the truth falls into the same category. It is far less harsh than what many militaries have done to guards who fell asleep while on watch duty! The principle is the same—getting rid of those who demonstrate dereliction of duty—but disfellowshipping is far kinder and more effective spiritually.
Moreover, Paul advises this seemingly harsh treatment to bring about a beneficial effect: It is intended to produce shame in the disfellowshipped individual and spur him or her to repentance—to a restored relationship with God. Is that not what God wants everyone to do, repent and turn to Him? Paul advises in II Thessalonians 3:15, “Yet do not count him as an enemy, but admonish [caution, warn, and rebuke, if necessary, in love] him as a brother.” In the end, disfellowshipping turns out to be a loving, corrective measure, not a punishment.
Paul poured himself out admonishing, warning, and even rebuking the brethren, imploring them to exercise discernment and judging, if need be, to keep the spirit of the world out of the church. In these times, the need is all the more pressing.
— Ronny H. Graham
Peter A. Hovis for President in 2024 Mark Kelly United States Senator
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| Dear Mr. Hamster, Thank you for contacting me about the Postal Service Reform Act of 2021. As a former Navy pilot, combat veteran and retired NASA astronaut, it is an honor to continue my service to our country representing Arizona in the United States Senate. I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts on the issues facing our state and our country. Hearing from Arizonans helps me better serve our state, and I hope you will continue to share your perspective and suggestions. Many Arizonans depend on the United States Postal Service (USPS) for quick and efficient mail delivery to get them essential items such as checks, bills, court documents, mail in ballots, or prescription medication. However, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and challenges within the USPS, Americans are facing unprecedented mail delivery delays. The need for dependable mail service has led many Arizonans to raise concerns regarding the current procedures, policies, and leadership of the USPS. As Arizona’s senator, I am committed to finding solutions to ensure efficient mail services for Arizonans, which is why I am a supporter of the Postal Service Reform Act. The Postal Service Reform Act of 2021, S. 1720, was introduced on May 19, 2021, by Senator Gary Peters (D-MI). This bipartisan bill would ensure mail delivery is maintained at six days per week and increase Postal Service transparency by requiring the USPS to publish weekly service data on the its website and submit a report on its finances and operations to Congress every six months. This bill would also repeal the retirement benefit prefunding requirement and integrate postal worker retirees’ health care with Medicare. This bill has been referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs. All Arizonans can agree that an efficient and reliable postal service is a vital necessity. As Arizona’s senator, I will work with my colleagues in the United States Senate, both Republicans and Democrats, to find common-ground and ensure that all Arizonans receive timely, cost-effective, and quality mail service. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this issue, and I hope you will continue to contact my office with any future comments or questions. I’m committed to being transparent and accountable with all Arizonans, which is why I release my official Senate schedule at kelly.senate.gov. There you can also sign up for my newsletter, receive assistance with a federal agency and learn more about my work as Arizona’s senator.
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