If he finds it, most certainly I tell you, he rejoices over it more than over the ninety-nine which have not gone astray.
The disciples asked who would be greatest in the kingdom, not from hunger for holiness but for name and rank. They had dreamed of a temporal kingdom with external pomp and power, fastened upon Christ's words of glory while forgetting His sufferings. Many love to hear of privileges and crown while overlooking the yoke and cross.
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Commenting on Matthew 18:1-35
This concerns believers only, not those outside the church, for they fall outside our jurisdiction. When a brother sins against you in private matters, go to him alone and reprove him gently and faithfully, without aggravation or reproach, keeping it between the two of you. If he listens and repents, you have gained your brother.
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