Galatians 6, Overtaken in Trespasses

 

Galatians 6, Overtaken in Trespasses

 

Although all believers have been born again, they still face the dilemma of the sin nature. At times, this can overwhelm a believer, causing involvement in destructive sin. So, what should other believers do for a brother or sister who is “overtaken in any trespass?”

Paul had advised that discipline may be required, but its purpose should always be to restore the believer to the fellowship. Those who seek out an erring believer must come in a “spirit of gentleness,” realizing that they also are sinners constantly in need of God’s grace and forgiveness. The fallen but repentant believer is not neglected or rejected but rather is helped, encouraged, prayed over, assisted, and warmly welcomed back into the fellowship. Restoration helps a repentant believer get back on track and continue to grow; it humbles the church to realize the reality of sin; and it reveals the grace and power of Almighty God.

Hurting people everywhere need the healing touch of God’s servants. Paul encourages believers to “not grow weary while doing good.” Continuing to do good and never seeing a harvest can be discouraging and frustrating. At times, loving words fall on deaf ears and hard work on thankless hearts. But no work for God is ever wasted: “In due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” We will reap a harvest of blessings as the Holy Spirit works in our lives. We must never allow discouragement to make us grow idle. Our good works are valuable to God.

 

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