When a brother is caught in sin another brother who is not caught in sin ought to try to help the first get his foot out of the man trap he is caught by. This may means helping the first brother saw his foot off or it might mean prying the jaws open in order to allow the one caught a chance to escape. But the trap can still spring back and the one is helping does well to take measures to ensure he doesn't get got by the same trap.
Galatians 6:1
Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.
If a brother has fallen into a pit another brought should try to help him out, but he must be careful not to get pulled down into the pit with his brother. There is a way to try to help that hurts the one in need and there is a way to try to help that hurts the one trying to help.
So, be willing to help, but be careful.
1 Corinthians 16:13
Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.
The devil does not abide by the Geneva Convention. He will shoot at chaplains and medics. In fact, he has a particular hostility for those engaged in rescue. He aims particular darts at those attempting to minister to the hurt and wounded. He will not honor the cross around your neck or the red cross on your helmet. He treats them as cross hairs.
1 Peter 5:8
Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.
So, have your head on a swivel. The devil and his minions always have you in their sights and all the more so when you are trying to help one that has been plated and prepared for serving at their satanic supper.
Jude 1:22-23
And of some have compassion, making a difference: And others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire; hating even the garment spotted by the flesh.
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