Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 18:15 Cross-References
Explore 18 cross-references for Matthew 18:15 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 18 verse 15 to related passages throughout the Bible.
If Your Brother Sins Against You
“Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.”
Matthew 18:15 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 18:15
Jesus establishes church discipline procedure: private confrontation first. The phrase 'if thy brother shall trespass against thee' indicates personal offense within the faith community. Going 'between thee and him alone' protects the offender's reputation while addressing sin. The goal is restoration—'thou hast gained thy brother'—not punishment or public humiliation. Reformed church polity takes Matthew 18 as foundational for discipline, emphasizing reconciliation as the purpose and discretion as the method.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 18:15
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“rebuke him. If he repents”
“even if a man is caught in some fault”
“and forgiving each other”
“but admonish him as a brother.”
“if any among you wanders from the truth”
“but overcome evil with good.”
“and don't betray the confidence of another;”
“if you don't each forgive your brother from your hearts for his misdeeds.,So likewise shall my heavenly Father do also unto you, if ye from your hearts forgive not every one his brother their trespasses.,,,,,,,,”
“it is kindness; let him reprove me”