In our walk of faith, we often find ourselves grappling with the complexities of human relationships. It’s tempting to pass judgment on others, especially when their actions or beliefs differ from our own. However, as Christians, we are called to something higher—to let God do the judging.
The Bible makes it clear that judgment belongs to God alone. In Romans 14:10-12, the Apostle Paul writes, “You, then, why do you judge your brother or sister? Or why do you treat them with contempt? For we will all stand before God’s judgment seat. It is written: ‘As surely as I live,’ says the Lord, ‘every knee will bow before me; every tongue will acknowledge God.’ So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.” This passage reminds us that each person is accountable to God, not to us.
In James 4:12, we are warned: “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?” Here, we see that God is the sole judge, and it’s not our place to assume that role. Only God has the wisdom, righteousness, and understanding to judge fairly and justly. Our human judgments are often clouded by biases, misunderstandings, and incomplete knowledge.
One of the reasons we must refrain from judging others is that only God knows the heart of every person. 1 Samuel 16:7 tells us, “The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” We may see the actions of others, but only God knows the intentions, struggles, and circumstances that drive those actions.
In Jeremiah 17:10, God declares, “I the Lord search the heart and examine the mind, to reward each person according to their conduct, according to what their deeds deserve.” This reassures us that God’s judgment is not based on external appearances or superficial assessments. He judges with perfect knowledge and understanding.
Beyond the biblical mandate, there is a practical reason to leave judgment to God: it fosters peace among us. Jesus teaches in Matthew 7:1-2, “Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” Judging others often leads to division, arguments, and strife—things that erode the unity we are called to maintain in the body of Christ.
In Romans 12:18, Paul advises, “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” By resisting the urge to judge, we contribute to a peaceful, harmonious community. This doesn’t mean we ignore wrongdoing or compromise on truth, but it does mean we approach others with humility, love, and understanding, trusting God to handle the judgment.
As Christians, we must remember that our role is not to judge, but to love. Let us leave the judgment to God, who alone is qualified to do so. By doing this, we can focus on living in peace with one another, reflecting the love and grace that Christ has shown us. When tempted to judge, let’s remember the words of Jesus in John 8:7: “Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone.” Instead of throwing stones, let’s extend hands of compassion, mercy, and understanding, trusting that God will judge each of us according to His perfect will.
Let God do the judging—He is more than capable.
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