James 4:11-12 says, Brothers and sisters, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against a brother or sister or judges them speaks against the law and judges it. When you judge the law, you are not keeping it, but sitting in judgment on it. There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, the one who is able to save and destroy. But you—who are you to judge your neighbor?
We all at times probably like to think we are right and another is wrong. Ungodly attitudes, pride and sin usually shows itself in these moments. Why do we compare, critique.......judge others? Do we honestly think we have it all together/right...and all the time? Unfortunately, sometimes we have this mindset. Scripture tells us often to be humble......to think of others more highly than ourselves. We are to be welcoming, loving, caring, show kindness, compassionate, etc.......why does judging or other insensitive acts (gossiping, backstabbing, selfishness, etc) often consume us/take precedent over what God calls us to be. There is a huge difference in condemning/judging versus attempting to point out or help correct sin. The difference is love and attitude. We are all guilty of sin and we all need love, compassion, and forgiveness. Let us have the mindset of nurturing one another through genuine acts of caring for and loving others spiritual well being. I challenge us all to become more godly, (loving, caring, nurturing) as we strive to become the servant God desires.......more of Thee and less of me. Blessings in your pursuit.......TO
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