The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy.I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. John 10:10 (ESV)

See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled… - Hebrews 12:15 (ESV)

And let our people learn to devote themselves to good works, so as to help cases of urgent need, and not be unfruitful. Titus 3:14 (ESV)

Main Idea: Biblical church discipline is always based in loveand has restoration as its aim.

For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve,and to give his life as a ransom for many. - Mark 10:45 (ESV)

Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ. - 1 Corinthians 11:1 (ESV)

By the Holy Spirit who dwells within us, guard the good deposit entrusted to you. - 2 Timothy 1:14 (ESV)

Consider this Week1. Have you known someone you would consider to be a great example of a Titus 1church leader? Why did this person stand out to you?2. How is the Bible’s standard for church leadership different from the world’s standardsfor leadership?3. What church leader has encouraged you the most in your walk with Christ?Have you ever experienced a needed rebuke from a church leader?Please send your responses to [email protected]