How To Speak With Someone About Sin

Series: N/AService: Sun AM WorshipType: SermonSpeaker: Shawn BainLearn how Scripture (James 5:19-20 and other passages) guides us to address sin with humility, patience, and love to help save souls and restore fellowship.Read the full transcript at https://www.vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2025/08/03/how-to-speak-with-someone-about-sin-transcript.Key TakeawaysWe confront sin because eternal souls are at stake—James 5:19-20 urges rescue, not silence.Begin with sincere self-examination and humility before addressing anyone else’s wrongdoing (Gal 6:1).Patience is essential: allow time for God’s word to work and for genuine repentance to grow.Warning, prayer, and practical support can prevent sin’s spread and ease its suffering.The ultimate goal is restoration and forgiveness that reconnects the sinner to Jesus and the church family.