Look at Jesus. Jesus loved and accepted people. He spoke the truth with grace and love—and people rejected him, denied him and doubted him. Yet Jesus wanted God’s best for each person. He simply lived out what Paul wrote about in Romans 12:9-16. The ones who accepted Jesus experienced a real relationship with him that we should model in our lives.
Yes, relationships are risky, but if we allow them, they will help move us toward spiritual maturity. When we have people in our lives that speak the truth, address our sins, encourage us, and humbly live life with us, it fosters a healthy environment that encourages emotional and spiritual growth.