Remove the evil person from among you.
Paul addresses the Corinthian church regarding a case of sexual immorality that is being tolerated within the congregation. He instructs them to expel the immoral brother to maintain the purity of the church.
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Fulfilled in2 Corinthians 2:6-8
In 2 Corinthians, Paul refers to a situation where the church has disciplined a member, and he encourages them to forgive and comfort him, suggesting that the church followed his earlier instructions.
This directive emphasizes the importance of church discipline in maintaining holiness within the body of Christ. It reflects the Old Testament principle of purging evil from the community (Deuteronomy 17:7) and highlights the New Testament call for purity and accountability among believers.