"JUDGING OTHERS "

Good Evening All,

I just wanted you to know that I'm thinking and praying for you. I've already asked God to bless each and every reader of "Insights Into God's Word". I believe that it's important for you to know that at least one person has prayed for you today. As human beings I believe that our pessimistic nature makes it extremely easy for us to judge others.

The Bible consistently tells us not to make derogatory statements about others nor should we gossip or make rash judgments. While it may be tempting to judge fellow Christians, evaluating whether or not they are good followers of Christ. Please recognize, only God knows a person's heart, and He is the only one with the right to judge. How often we judge others by our cultural standards - wealth, power, looks - and overlook the truly great people through whom God works! Spiritual renown is not measured by what you have, but by your
faith in God. You must exclusively give yourself to God so God's power can work through you. Folks life is just that simple, all we have to do is to trust God, and we must not attempt to keep up with our neighbors. The one I attempt to measure up with is my heroes in the faith.

God doesn't judge people on the basis of race, sex, or their national origin. He judges them on the basis of their faith in Him and their response to His revealed will. Those who diligently try to obey God's Will are blessed. We must learn how to handle disagreements with other Christians. Before judging the behavior of fellow believers, it is important to hear them out. Unfortunately some of us don't wait to hear the whole story before we run off half cocked. It's vital for us to realize that the Holy Spirit may have something essential to teach us through them.

Don't judge others by their physical appearance neither. When one does that, there's a good chance you will never know the measure of said individual. Appearance doesn't reveal what people are really like or what their true value is. Fortunately, God judges by faith and character, not appearances. Only God can see the inside, only He can accurately judge people. Only you and God know what your heart really looks like. When you judge someone, you invariably consider yourself better - and that is arrogant.

Until Next Time...

Jim