* Paul knew he was about to sharply rebuke the Romans.

* Notice what he did before he brought the rebuke - he prayed for them.

* We shouldn’t walk around mad at the world - we need to pray for them.

* Then, if necessary, bring a proper rebuke.

* When you pray for someone you gain the heart of the Lord for that person.

* You begin to see them as God sees them.

* Then, on that foundation of love, you will rebuke to restore.

* That’s a proper rebuke.