Category: Judging

close up photo of wooden gavel Are Christians Forbidden From Judging?
Hypocritical · Judging · Matthew · Mercy

Are Christians Forbidden From Judging?

maddeningtheology

Many times I hear from people who aren’t Christians, “you are judging, Christians are not supposed to judge.” They point to one of the few verses they know, which is Matthew 7:1a, which says, “judge not.” But they don’t have anything to say beyond that. If we only looked at those two words, we would… Continue reading Are Christians Forbidden From Judging?

Should Christians Judge?
Judging · Judgment · Salvation

Should Christians Judge?

maddeningtheology

Many times over the years I’ve heard people say  Christians should not judge. If one looks directly at Matthew 7:1 where Jesus says, “judge not,” it seems pretty clear. There is no room for judgment. At the same time, if we do not understand the context of what is being taught, we will misinterpret Scripture.… Continue reading Should Christians Judge?