CONSIDER THYSELF

Galatians 6:1 "Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted."

Introduction
Some people, even those who are spiritual, find it difficult to believe that "spiritual Christians" can commit serious sins. When we hear of spiritual Christians fall, and give in to the flesh, we often wonder, “How did this happen, and why did this happen."

There are several reasons to why "spiritual Christians" fall into gross sin:

1. Lack of HUMILITY

Galatians 6:1 "Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness..."
Sometimes, rather than approaching others with humility, Christians may display a self-righteous attitude when attempting to reach, guide, and restore others with the truth. A spirit of pride can lead us to deal with people unjustly.
A self-righteous disposition has the tendency to look down at others and judge them, believing themselves superior, yet all the while forgetting their own dependence on the Lord’s grace.
Galatians 6:3 "For if a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceiveth himself."
 
2. Lack of LOVE

Galatians 6:2 "Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ."

When we endeavour to help others, it should be done out love, for this is the law of Christ. Love for Christ and others is the best motivation to help others recover from their faults. God’s intention is not for us to follow His Word merely out of obligation, but because of love; a heart of love that desires to see others prosper and live God-honouring lives.

John 13:34-35 “A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.  (35)  By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.”

A lack of love hinders the grace of God in our own lives, and soon enough we will find ourselves falling into sin we once hated. 
 
3. A lack of CONSIDERATION 

Galatians 6:1 "Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted."
Every Christian has the potential to be tempted, yes, even Christians who are walking in victory. Christians who let their guard down are prone to think more highly of themselves, forgetting who gave them the victory in the first place.
Time again, God’s Word reminds us to be on guard. The words "Take heed" appears about 26 times in the NEW TESTAMEMT.

Here are several verses to consider.

Mark 13:5 "And Jesus answering them began to say, Take heed lest any man deceive you:"

Luke 12:15 "And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth."

1 Corinthians 3:10 "According to the grace of God which is given unto me, as a wise masterbuilder, I have laid the foundation, and another buildeth thereon. But let every man take heed how he buildeth thereupon."

1 Timothy 4:16 "Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee."

1 Corinthians 10:12 "Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall."

Conclusion
Regardless of our status or title, every decision we make affects our lives and sometimes the lives of others. God is not a respecter of persons, and He will not be mocked.

Galatian 6:7 "Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap." 

Service will NEVER take the place of Sanctification; Soul-winning will NEVER take the place of Self-control; and Spirituality will NEVER take the place of Soberness.
No matter how spiritual we may think we are, we should always walk with integrity, in love, and in all humility with our God.

Micah 6:8 "He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?"

CONSIDER THYSELF

In Christ alone, and for God's Glory!
Charlie - Galatians 2:20
God is always good and treats us far better than we ever deserve! Amen!
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