Which practice is included with love and forgiveness toward believers to motivate constructive correction?

• A. Ignore
• B. Reprove
• C. Praise
• D. Condemn

Answer: (B)

In this context, loving correction among believers is expressed through reproof. Reprove means to gently admonish or rebuke a believer who is in error, with the aim of turning them from that behavior toward what is right. It carries the authority of guidance and standards, but is performed with respect, humility, and the hope of restoration, not punishment. When correction is paired with forgiveness, it motivates growth and accountability, helping the person understand the impact of their actions and guiding them back onto a constructive path. Ignoring the issue, praising without addressing wrongdoing, or condemning someone harshly don’t foster restoration or true love; they miss the restorative purpose of discipline.