“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.”
Galatians 6:1 — King James Version (KJV)
“Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted.”
Galatians 6:1 — New King James Version (NKJV)
“Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted.”
Galatians 6:1 — New International Version (NIV)
“Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted.”
Galatians 6:1 — English Standard Version (ESV)
“Dear brothers and sisters, if another believer is overcome by some sin, you who are godly should gently and humbly help that person back onto the right path. And be careful not to fall into the same temptation yourself.”
Galatians 6:1 — New Living Translation (NLT)
“Brethren, even if anyone is caught in any trespass, you who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; each one looking to yourself, so that you too will not be tempted.”
Galatians 6:1 — New American Standard Bible (NASB)
“Brothers and sisters, if someone is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a person with a gentle spirit, watching out for yourself so you also won’t be tempted.”
Galatians 6:1 — Christian Standard Bible (CSB)
“Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught and surprised in any trespass or sin, you who are spiritual [who are responsive to and controlled by the Spirit] should set him right and restore and reinstate him, without any sense of superiority, in a spirit of gentleness; keeping a watchful eye on yourself, so that you will not be tempted as well.”
Galatians 6:1 — Amplified Bible (AMP)
“Brothers and sisters, if a person is caught in some trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a person in a spirit of gentleness, looking to yourself lest you also be tempted.”
Galatians 6:1 — New English Translation (NET)
“My friends, if anyone is detected in a transgression, you who have received the Spirit should restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness. Take care that you yourselves are not tempted.”
Galatians 6:1 — New Revised Standard Version (NRSV)
“Brethren, even if a man be overtaken in any trespass, ye who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; looking to thyself, lest thou also be tempted.”
Galatians 6:1 — American Standard Version (ASV)
Scripture Focus
- Restoration of a fallen believer must always be motivated by love, guided by the Holy Spirit, and offered with genuine gentleness.
- True spiritual maturity requires correcting others without spiritual pride, self-righteousness, or harsh condemnation.
- Maintaining personal humility and vigilance protects our own hearts from temptation while helping others heal and rebuild.
Deeper Study & Meditation
Evang. Eventus Okon is a Christian minister and digital evangelist spreading the Gospel through daily scripture, deep commentary, and live video devotions on Facebook and YouTube. He co-manages this digital ministry alongside his wife, Peace Eventus, who handles the network’s operations and media strategy.