Beth Broom over at the Village Church Blog has a great post that is the perfect follow up to our Friends series we finished a few weeks ago.
She writes:
For many of us, the idea of confronting our own sin or the sins of another is difficult. For some, it is even terrifying.
Fear plays a tremendous role in neglecting the command in Hebrews 12:12-15. This passage reminds us that when we allow ourselves to be weakened by fear, what is lame is put out of joint. Our hands need to be lifted, our knees need to be strengthened, and our feet need to be set on a straight path.
But how do we step out of the fear of confrontation and into the grace that comes when we shed light on what is dark? Particularly for those who fear rejection because they have suffered at the hands of others, what can we do to become strong enough to step out in faith and initiate difficult conversations?
You can read the whole post by clicking here.
