Open rebuke is a loving correction that may feel uncomfortable, but is meant to guide and restore. Its purpose is to help bring attention to what needs redirection and to draw a person closer to God’s covenant. True rebuke is never meant to be harsh, embarrassing, or used as a weapon, but always to uplift, protect, and encourage growth in love.

Jeremiah 31:3

3 The Lord hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee.