This passage is a stern warning about temptation. Jesus warns His disciples that they should never be the ones who tempt others to sin, and we shouldn’t either. Why would we ever want to cause people we care about to do something wrong, something that will harm and destroy them? Next, Jesus instructs His disciples and us to rebuke or correct our brothers and sisters in Christ when they sin. We should also forgive them when they repent and apologize. Sometimes this is very hard to do, but we should not hold back forgiveness because God has forgiven us. Even when they keep hurting us, we keep forgiving. This kind of love and forgiveness can only come from God, so make sure that you pray for Him to work through you and help you forgive.

• Is there an adult in your life you would be willing to ask to be your accountability partner? Send that person a text now and ask.