Is it Right to Judge Others?
Posted: Monday, April 18, 2005
By M Randall
You left out this verse which holds best the truth on judging:"So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God. Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another." (Romans 14:1-13)No matter from what angle, no matter what is the justification, none of us human should judge. Only God. So for us human to judge, that's the same as to saying we human are God.Clearly the article above is speaking of judging between right and wrong, good and evil, etc, based on Matthew 7:1. The verse you mention, Romans 14:1-13, speaks of judging ones salvation and is not referring to judging right and wrong or good verses evil. God is the only judge of a persons salvation and their walk as a servant of His.
Romans 14:1-13 does not prohibit anyone from judging a person who daily abuses prescription drugs and steals to support his drug problem as one who is wrong and one who is evil. However, God is the only one who can judge a Christian's salvation or his walk as a servant of His and this is what Romans 14:1-13 is speaking of. In the early church there was a conflict of beliefs between the Jews and the Gentiles of the early church regarding salvation and a Christian's walk with God. Romans 14:1-13 is addressing this conflict.
the verse has more than one meaning
M. Randall, a good argument and article. I find judgment is everywhere in all we do. Now to make a valid decision one must "judge" that is who we vote for, what we buy, how we do something, who e choose to associate with, one can go on and on. In fact the Great White Thrown is a judgment, "and the books were opened and our works are judged." So yes we are not to be vindictive, we are not to judge anyone carelessly, but we are to, if a someone who professes be in sin, approach them, explain to them why they are in error, that what they do is sin , etc. Now rightious anger is acceptable. So in effect when we say don't smoke but we do, we are in error, when we say don't take dope but we do, we are in error, when we say don't steal but we do, we are in error and certainly when we lie, decieve, connieve, take. Yet as I say, you shall know them by their works and that is what is judged. We are even warned to stay clear of them, don't sup with them, don't let them enter our homes, all judgement. So it depends on what, who, how you apply that? Good job interesting. No in my opinion we are definiely not to turn a blind eye and therein I sense the confusion.
Sorry that I have just found this article. It was a great read and I loved the way you explained "judge" and not "judging". Thanks so much for doing such a great job of stating and explaining in depth this oft read Bible verse.Sandra
Thanks for writing this article.
Amazing revelation of a tough issue and thank you for sharing it. That is a very hard word for most who are so steeped in religious bonddage that they cannot see the truth clearly. Be bold, be obedient, ad you will be blessed.
I found your article to be very balanced and helpful. In my opinion, those who are ignorant to the true meaning of the Word quote Matthew 7:1 out of context. We must also take into consideration while reading the Word to whom the message is addressing.Thank you for sharing may this bring light, truth and clarity to those seeking such. Blessings to you.
very very helpful....solid biblical principal...highly appreciated.....period.....thank you...God bless
that was out standing!!!! I LOVED HOW YOU USED ONLY THE BIBLE AND NOT YOUR OWN OPINION BRAVO BRAVO!!!!!!
Thanks for your scriptural explanation and i hope this will help those who believe that Christians should not judge others. God Bless you.
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