The Greek word is “porneia” is used – which is a general term for immorality.
I think there are at least 4 reasons the situation is left somewhat vague. 1. The Corinthians knew the situation well. 2. The fact that this was undeniable sin. 3. The principle of not saying too much. 4. The genius of inspiration
II. Dealing with Scandalous Sin within the Church 5:2b-5
A. Remove him from the Fellowship v. 2b “taken away” – also means: to be removed, to be expelled, to be separated
B. The Procedure for Removing Him v. 3-4
C. The Result of Removing Him v. 5
The Greek verb for “deliver” is paradidomi The same Greek verb for “deliver” is found in 1 Timothy 1:20.
III. Why the Church Must Deal with Scandalous Sin 5:6-8
A. The Restoration of the Sinner
B. The Purity of the Church
IV. The Church's Sphere in Dealing with Discipline 5:9-13
A. Church Discipline is not Cultural Discipline v. 9-11
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Pastor Steve came to Christ at the age of 11. He graduated from Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College in 1979 with a B.A. in theology as the Valedictorian of his class. He joined our church in 1978, came on staff, full-time in 1980, was ordained as an Elder in 1982, and became...