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This Teaching Clip made me think.

Please Listen To Short Podcast: Matthew 7:1-2

Do Not Judge

“Judge not, that you be not judged. For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.

The Measure of Grace At first glance, it’s easy to misinterpret Matthew 7:1 as a pass to disregard accountability for sinful actions, a license to turn a blind eye to wrongdoing. But when we take a closer look, Jesus' words in this parable aren't an endorsement of moral indifference.

The Greek word "κρίνετε" (krinete), translated as "judge," means “to form a condemning opinion about someone without knowledge.” Jesus isn't advocating against fair and righteous judgment (John 7:24). We know this because, in this same chapter of Matthew 7, Jesus tells His followers to judge (Matthew 7:16).

So, are we to judge, or are we not to judge? Jesus cautions against judging others unfairly, we should instead lean on the Holy Spirit to practice good judgment. This verse isn't a call for us to abandon discernment, though; rather, it's an invitation to wield it with compassion and understanding.

It should compel Christ’s followers, even today, to reflect on the measure we use: Are we quick to condemn or eager to discern with grace? Are our judgments tempered with empathy? Think for a moment: Where have you been quick to condemn others without full understanding or accurate knowledge?
 
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This Teaching Clip made me think.

Please Listen To Short Podcast: Matthew 7:1-2

Do Not Judge

“Judge not, that you be not judged. For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.

The Measure of Grace At first glance, it’s easy to misinterpret Matthew 7:1 as a pass to disregard accountability for sinful actions, a license to turn a blind eye to wrongdoing. But when we take a closer look, Jesus' words in this parable aren't an endorsement of moral indifference.

The Greek word "κρίνετε" (krinete), translated as "judge," means “to form a condemning opinion about someone without knowledge.” Jesus isn't advocating against fair and righteous judgment (John 7:24). We know this because, in this same chapter of Matthew 7, Jesus tells His followers to judge (Matthew 7:16).

So, are we to judge, or are we not to judge? Jesus cautions against judging others unfairly, we should instead lean on the Holy Spirit to practice good judgment. This verse isn't a call for us to abandon discernment, though; rather, it's an invitation to wield it with compassion and understanding.

It should compel Christ’s followers, even today, to reflect on the measure we use: Are we quick to condemn or eager to discern with grace? Are our judgments tempered with empathy? Think for a moment: Where have you been quick to condemn others without full understanding or accurate knowledge?
Amen. Instead of judging others, let us all love them, pray for them and ask Jesus touch their heart and mind.
 
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