You’ve likely heard the phrase “blessed subtraction” referring to divisive church members who leave for another congregation. On occasion, they will return. What should you do? Thom and Sam give some tips to church leaders.

• • How long has it been since they left?
• • Do they have a specific motive for returning?
• • Were you part of the previous situation?
• • What was the degree of problematic behavior?
• • Has reconciliation occurred if needed?
• • Is this person coming back quietly or loudly?

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