It’s not a coincidence that the verses that follow the “do not judge” section are about prayer. Verse 7 – ask, seek, knock. Before you confront someone, ask God for wisdom. Is my judgment even accurate? Is it a sin issue? Is it my sin issue? Is this the right time to confront? Do I […]
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Matthew 7:1-6 – Judging Without a Judgmental Spirit (pt3 of 4)
So Jesus warns in v1-2. 1 “Do not judge, or you too will be judged. 2 For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. A key word in these verses is “measure.” Did you ever notice that verse? If […]
Matthew 7:1-6 – Judging Without a Judgmental Spirit (pt2 of 4)
When we read about the narrow gate and the broad gate in v13-14, we probably think those on the broad road to destruction are completely irreligious drug addicts and prostitutes who love listening to heavy metal bands like Megadeth and Black Sabbath. If you follow Jesus’ argument throughout the Sermon on the Mount, it seems […]
Matthew 7:1-6 – Judging Without a Judgmental Spirit (pt1 of 4)
Read Matthew 7:1-6. Have you ever said something and what you said or what you wrote in an email was taken completely out of context? When that happens, it’s frustrating. Hey, the other day, I heard you say, fill in the blank… Come on, that’s not what I meant. And you have to explain yourself. […]
Matthew 6 – The Lord’s Prayer (pt4 of 4)
Quick Recap 1) The first litmus test–Christianity is not a show. It’s not a performance. Don’t live before men. 2) Related to this, the second litmus test–a Christian knows how to cultivate a secret faith before God. 3) The third litmus test–a Christian is one who lives out his faith publicly in the world. As […]
Matthew 6 – The Lord’s Prayer (pt3 of 4)
The fifth litmus test–a Christian is someone who is concerned about God’s name and His kingdom. Verse 9. We start with acknowledging who we are talking to. Our Father in heaven. He is the Creator, we are the creature. We start by acknowledging the immense gap between us and God. God is not our buddy. […]