Reproofs of Instruction Prov. 6: 23 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Reproofs are criticisms to the face.  In their mildest form, they are like “making others take responsibility” for their own actions.  In a little tougher form, they are a correction or a tactful criticism.  A still tougher form is a rebuke. ...

II Tim 4:2-4 Giving Reproof CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO The scripture exhorts preachers to reprove as part of preaching.  To reprove is to reprimand.  Synonyms are criticize, rebuke, scold, tell off, and admonish [warn].  Preachers are to  reprove, the words of God reprove [2 Tim 3:16], the Spirit of God reproves...