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JUDGE NOT

TEXT: *Matthew 7:1* 

 “Stop judging, so that you won’t be judged.”

Our text today is not a suggestion, it is a clear instruction from our Master, Jesus Christ Himself. 

As simple and straightforward as this command sounds, it is one of the most difficult Christian virtues to consistently practice.

Judging often comes naturally to us. We assess people by their actions, words, appearance, background, or even by what we think we know about their story. 

Many times, we unconsciously place ourselves on a moral high ground, forgetting that we, too, are works in progress.

At times , we use Scripture legalistically, not as a tool for love, correction, and restoration, but as a weapon to condemn and control.

We quote verses to justify our opinions, yet we lack full understanding of the person, the struggle, or the season they are in.
The truth is that: *only God sees the complete picture.
 *We may see actions, but God sees motives.* 
 *We may see the present, but God knows the past and the future*.* 
We may judge the fruit, but God knows the root.

Jesus is not saying we should ignore sin or abandon discernment; rather, He is warning us against self-righteous judgment, hypocrisy, and a critical spirit that lacks mercy. When we judge others harshly, we forget how much grace we ourselves have received.

Before pointing fingers, we must look inward. Before speaking judgment, we must ask:
Have I shown love?
Have I prayed first?
Have I remembered that I, too, stand by grace alone?

A life led by the Holy Spirit produces humility, compassion, patience, and good fruit. When we walk closely with God, judgment gives way to understanding, and condemnation gives way to intercession.

 *PRAYER FOCUS:* 

Father, cleanse my conscience by the blood of Jesus. Deliver me from hypocrisy, self-righteousness, and dead works. Purify my heart and align my thoughts with Yours. 
 In Jesus’ name, Amen.
 
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TEXT: *Matthew 7:1* 

 *“Stop judging, so that you won’t be judged.”* 

Our text today is not a suggestion, it is a clear instruction from our Master, Jesus Christ Himself. 

As simple and straightforward as this command sounds, it is one of the most difficult Christian virtues to consistently practice.

Judging often comes naturally to us. We assess people by their actions, words, appearance, background, or even by what we think we know about their story. 

Many times, we unconsciously place ourselves on a moral high ground, forgetting that we, too, are works in progress.

At times , we use Scripture legalistically, not as a tool for love, correction, and restoration, but as a weapon to condemn and control.

We quote verses to justify our opinions, yet we lack full understanding of the person, the struggle, or the season they are in.
The truth is that: *only God sees the complete picture.
 *We may see actions, but God sees motives.* 
 *We may see the present, but God knows the past and the future*.* 
We may judge the fruit, but God knows the root.

Jesus is not saying we should ignore sin or abandon discernment; rather, He is warning us against self-righteous judgment, hypocrisy, and a critical spirit that lacks mercy. When we judge others harshly, we forget how much grace we ourselves have received.

Before pointing fingers, we must look inward. Before speaking judgment, we must ask:
Have I shown love?
Have I prayed first?
Have I remembered that I, too, stand by grace alone?

A life led by the Holy Spirit produces humility, compassion, patience, and good fruit. When we walk closely with God, judgment gives way to understanding, and condemnation gives way to intercession.

 *PRAYER FOCUS:* 

Father, cleanse my conscience by the blood of Jesus. Deliver me from hypocrisy, self-righteousness, and dead works. Purify my heart and align my thoughts with Yours. 
 In Jesus’ name, Amen.
 
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+233 552 057 500

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