Paul's integrity drove him to stand up to Peter, his fellow leader, in front of several Jewish and Gentile believers. He criticized Peter's hypocrisy and demanded that all Christian leaders remain consistent, regardless of the company they keep.
Paul teaches us how to critique someone. Consider his checklist:
- Check your motive. Your goal should be to help, not humiliate.
- Make sure the issue is worthy of criticism. Does it really matter?
- Be specific. Don't drop hints, but clearly name the problem.
- Don't undermine the person's self-confidence or identity. Make it obvious that you value the person.
- Don't compare people. Use realistic standards to measure conduct.
- Be creative or don't criticize. Find ways to reach a solution.
- Don't attack the person. Critique the problem, not the person.
- Do not postpone needed criticism. If the issue is big, act now.
- Look at yourself looking at others. Take the log out of your own eye.
- End criticism with encouragement. Finish on a positive note.
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