ENCOURAGE

A model of Biblical confrontation

• Examine your heart (deal with own anger, impatience, self-righteousness)
• Note your calling (we are called "ambassadors of Christ")
• Check your attitude (speak with kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, forgiveness, forbearance, compassion, and love)
• Own your own faults
• Use words wisely (prepare what you will say)
• Reflect on scripture verses (the content of confrontation should be Scripture)
• Always be prepared to listen (interactive confrontation is effective)
• Grant time for a response (allow time for the Holy Spirit to work)
• Encourage the person with the comfort of the Gospel (God's grace, love, ever-present help)

Source: pp 153-155