Playlist: Judging, Danger of (topic)
The Yard Stick of Judgment
Sermonette by Jared M. EllisGod's saints must carefully distinguish between judging situations and judging people. Matthew 7:1-2 warns that using flawed human judgment will boomerang.
Do Not Judge: What Does it Mean?
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaThe danger of judging others is a persistent issue that requires constant attention within the church. Jesus Christ warns us in Matthew 7:1 not to judge, emphasizing that condemning others often leads to our own condemnation. This act of criticism, deeply embedded in society through various forms of critique, seeps into the …
Do Not Judge
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJudging is an inherent part of human life, essential for survival and decision-making, as God created us to be thinking beings capable of processing information and making choices. However, there is a significant danger in certain types of judgment, particularly when it involves condemning others. In Matthew 7:1-5, Jesus warns, …
Judging in the Church
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The danger of judging one another within the church is a grave concern, as it carries significant spiritual risks. God has commanded us not to judge each other, yet the human mind is inclined to make decisions based on observation, often driven by a self-centered nature that is critical of others and defensive of self. This …
Five Major Problems of the Pilgrimage
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughLearning to judge is one of the most important qualities of a leader. Consequently, Christ warned that intemperance in judging will act as a boomerang.
Sowing and Reaping (2003)
Sermonette by John W. RitenbaughFear of any kind is never an excuse to break any of God's laws. God wants us to learn the principle of reciprocity- that what we sow we will also reap.