Action Quote by Lance B. Wickman
“It really is true the Lord's way is to love the sinner while condemning the sin. That is to say we continue to open our homes and our hearts and our arms to our children, but that need not be with approval of their lifestyle. Neither does it mean we need to be constantly telling them that their lifestyle is inappropriate. An even bigger error is now to become defensive of the child, because that neither helps the child nor helps the parent. That course of action, which experience teaches, is almost certainly to lead both away from the Lord's way.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Unknown Christian teaching, null
Love the sinner while rejecting sinful behavior, offering support without endorsing harmful choices.
In simple terms: Support without approval.
Key Takeaway
Offer unconditional love, set boundaries.
Themes
compassion
boundaries
faith
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
advice
spiritual
When to use this quote
- family counseling
- church youth programs
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
parenting
spiritual guidance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you love without enabling?
- What boundaries protect both parties?
A Different Perspective
May be misinterpreted as conditional love.
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