Paul tells us in this passage that his heart is for restoration and unity, even with those who have ridiculed him. He wants to see the repentant man restored, forgiven, and loved. Otherwise, the enemy will gain a victory over him by making him feel he will never be accepted. Condemnation will destroy his ability to be fruitful for the Lord. But there is also the warning from personal experience of grace without boundaries enabling the sinner to repeat their offense and further harm the church.