I take it you don't believe in forgiveness, mercy, or the power of God to convert and to use us again when we've committed grave errors.
Forgiveness does not require reliefe from consequences.
A church treasurer who steals funds can be forgive, but that person should never handle denominational funds again. They have demonstrated a weakness and the chruch should protect them from being placed again in that situation.
Maybe. Is that how Jesus handled Judas? As I have read from the pen of inspiration, Jesus well-knew Judas' inclinations, and yet purposely placed him in the treasurer position that he might have opportunity to develop his character, one way or the other. He was never removed from that position, even when Jesus knew he was a thief. Mrs. White tells us that this is to be instructive for us.
I think, if nothing else, it should teach us not to make hasty decisions about removing the tares from the wheat before the harvest. It should help us not to attempt to create "one-size-fits-all" rules or policies. Each case has its own unique issues that must be dealt with, and without God's Spirit, we can never deal with things in a wise and loving, Christ-like manner.
Blessings,
Green Cochoa.