Offensive Ministry??

Does it bother you and make you feel uncomfortable to be around someone who is known for being verbally aggressive, offensively opinionated, and outwardly negative and critical on "hot topic" subjects such as race, sexual orientation, and the government? Does it also bother you to know that this same person claims to be a Christian? I've come into contact with several. We are not called to threaten, make offensive remarks, make off-colored statements, or even attempt to verbally "corner" a "sinner" to get them to repent. We are not called to beat people over the head with the Bible (nor shove it down their throats). 2 Corinthians 6:3 is a powerful verse because Paul says, "We give no offense in anything, that our ministry may not be blamed." Yes, I know sin is sin. Yes, I know we all sin...some more than others. But, I also know it is not my calling (nor anyone's) to purposely single out people to confront them for no other purpose than to get some sort of satisfaction with pointing out to them "how sinful" their sin is "according to the Bible." Please reconsider the long-term damage you could inflict upon someone when the urge hits to confront someone over their sin. You never know, but they are probably fully aware of their struggles...and more than likely they could be at the critical point of making a change. DON'T BLOW IT by interfering with how the Holy Spirit may be working in the person's life by making an ill-timed, unwarranted critical statement to them. Work on loving them and reaching out to them. Don't be guilty of hating both the sinner and the sin....don't create an offensive ministry.