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“At the time I believed on the Lord I received very great help from a friend because he did not hesitate to reprove me and correct me, and through this he laid solid foundations in the making of a man. That is one reason why I deal today in the same way with those whom God has committed to my care and with those who are willing to listen to me. Whenever I see Christians offend against the truth, whether in their actions or in their words, I will on no account lightly let it pass. I do not hesitate to reprove them for their faults and to urge them to repent. This applies to things of little consequence as well as to things of importance. For I am well aware that many big sins arise from little sins.
I also know well that the greatest responsibility of church leaders is to guide believers far away from sin and to help them to tread the path of holiness. This is far more important than merely getting a head knowledge of the contents of the Bible. If a church leader observes believers falling into sins and if he fails to reprove or warn them, he then becomes a participator in their sins. I dare not ignore what God has entrusted to me; but even less am I willing to share the transgressions of other people.”~Wong Ming-Dao from A Stone Made Smooth.