Lord, who may abide in Your tabernacle? Who may dwell in Your holy hill?
"He who walks uprightly, and works righteousness, and speaks the truth in his heart; He does not backbite with his tongue, In whose eyes a vile person is despised, But he honors those who fear the Lord; He who swears to his own hurt and does not change; He who does not put out his money at usury, Nor does he take a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things shall never be moved." (says the Lord)
Psalms 15:1-5
Heed the voice of the Lord and be Blessed always!
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Saturday, May 1, 2010
"Who Are You to Judge Another's Servant?"
The most quoted scripture from the bible is : "Judge not." I dont care if you're athiest, Muslim, Christian, or nonbeliever using this verse, today I just want to ensure the next time you freely quote this at least you will use it in it's right context. The word says: So then each of us shall give account of himself to God. Therefore let us not judge one another anymore, but rather resolve this, not to put a stumbling block or a cause to fall in our brother's way. (Romans 14:12-13)
Now what is the definition of judge?
Judge: a person qualified to pass a critical judgment. That's a general yet accurate definition. And the bible clearly states who the judge is: Psalm 50:6: And the heavens shall declare his righteousness: for God is judge himself. Selah. Psalms 75:7: But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another. Just to quote a few, so we all agree God is Judge! And His word says: For You (God) have magnified Your word above all Your name (Psalms 138:2) God let's us know His word He esteems even higher than Himself. So using His words are powerful and His word is what He uses to judge. So if God has written: Let there be no sexual immorality, impurity, or greed among you. Such sins have no place among God's people. Obscene stories, foolish talk, and coarse jokes-they are not for you. Instead, let there be thankfulness to God. You can be SURE that no immoral, impure, or greedy person will inherit the Kingdom of God and of Christ. For a greedy person is really an idolater who worships the things of this world. Don't be fooled by those who try to excuse their sins, for the terrible anger of God comes upon all those who disobey Him. (Ephesians 5:3-6) So if I say, "Brother you know that perverted joke is not of God. Continually doing that makes Him angry and disqualifies you for His Kingdom?" Am I judging you or speaking the truth? I'm not making up stuff, I'm quoting to you what God said to prevent your soul from going to Hell. Yes, I said Hell! Why do people, saints included, hate to hear that word, but clearly if the word says be sure you will not inherit the Kingdom of God for sin what's left to inherit? Hell.
Galatians 6:1 says: Dear brothers and sisters, if another Christian is overcome by some sin, you who are Godly should gently and humbly help that person back onto the right path.
Jude 22-23 says: Show mercy to those whose faith is wavering. Rescue others by snatching them from the flames of judgement. There are still others to whom you need to show mercy, but be careful that you aren't contaminated by their sins. This is saying compromising and telling people God doesn't judge evil, He only loves will cause you to sin and be judged, so beware!
I put all these scriptures here to let you know when someone speaks the truth they are far from judging you, but they are doing the will of God. If you're not reading His word for yourself it is His love and mercy when He allows you to meet someone not afraid to tell you the truth. I John 5:16 says: If anyone sees his brother sinning a sin which does not lead to death he will ask and God will give him life for those who commit sin not leading to death. There is sin leading to death. I do not say that he should pray about that. That's saying sometimes you need not speak to that saint just pray for them and if it's someone that just defies God knowingly we're not to even pray for that person, he/she has sealed their judgement.
My job as a messenger of God is to correct you with the truth of His word when you're wrong! The people judging are those who do not forgive. Has someone wronged you and no matter how much they apologize or show you they've changed you still bring up their past? Guess what, stop judging them! Your judgment is they can never be more or better than what they used to be! What a hypocritical judge, because you have failed before and someone loves you still. Please stop judging them! I've learned the ones quickest to cry "Dont judge me!" are the strictest judges of all! Selah.
And for those who do not profess Christ as Lord and Savior why are you quoting God's word period? If you don't even believe His word who are you to tell me what His word says when it's all Christian jargon to you!? So, you're judging others based on foolishness! You don't believe my truth so how do you know if I'm judging you or not? Please stop judging! God is judge and one day we ALL believers and nonbelievers will have to stand before Him and give an account on what we have done. Am I going to tell you His truth when I see you in error of His word? Of course! Know why? Because God says to me: If I warn the wicked, saying, 'You are under the penalty of death,' but you fail to deliver the warning, they will die in their sins. And I will hold you responsible, demanding your blood for theirs. If you warn them and they keep on sinning and refuse to repent, they will die in their sins. But you will have saved your life because you did what you were told to do. (Ezekiel 3:18-19)
So I end quoting Paul, "Who are you to judge another's servant? To his own master he stands or falls. Indeed, he will be made to stand, for God is able to make him stand." (Romans 14:4)
Stop judging the saints of God. We must heed our master. Be Blessed
Now what is the definition of judge?
Judge: a person qualified to pass a critical judgment. That's a general yet accurate definition. And the bible clearly states who the judge is: Psalm 50:6: And the heavens shall declare his righteousness: for God is judge himself. Selah. Psalms 75:7: But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another. Just to quote a few, so we all agree God is Judge! And His word says: For You (God) have magnified Your word above all Your name (Psalms 138:2) God let's us know His word He esteems even higher than Himself. So using His words are powerful and His word is what He uses to judge. So if God has written: Let there be no sexual immorality, impurity, or greed among you. Such sins have no place among God's people. Obscene stories, foolish talk, and coarse jokes-they are not for you. Instead, let there be thankfulness to God. You can be SURE that no immoral, impure, or greedy person will inherit the Kingdom of God and of Christ. For a greedy person is really an idolater who worships the things of this world. Don't be fooled by those who try to excuse their sins, for the terrible anger of God comes upon all those who disobey Him. (Ephesians 5:3-6) So if I say, "Brother you know that perverted joke is not of God. Continually doing that makes Him angry and disqualifies you for His Kingdom?" Am I judging you or speaking the truth? I'm not making up stuff, I'm quoting to you what God said to prevent your soul from going to Hell. Yes, I said Hell! Why do people, saints included, hate to hear that word, but clearly if the word says be sure you will not inherit the Kingdom of God for sin what's left to inherit? Hell.
Galatians 6:1 says: Dear brothers and sisters, if another Christian is overcome by some sin, you who are Godly should gently and humbly help that person back onto the right path.
Jude 22-23 says: Show mercy to those whose faith is wavering. Rescue others by snatching them from the flames of judgement. There are still others to whom you need to show mercy, but be careful that you aren't contaminated by their sins. This is saying compromising and telling people God doesn't judge evil, He only loves will cause you to sin and be judged, so beware!
I put all these scriptures here to let you know when someone speaks the truth they are far from judging you, but they are doing the will of God. If you're not reading His word for yourself it is His love and mercy when He allows you to meet someone not afraid to tell you the truth. I John 5:16 says: If anyone sees his brother sinning a sin which does not lead to death he will ask and God will give him life for those who commit sin not leading to death. There is sin leading to death. I do not say that he should pray about that. That's saying sometimes you need not speak to that saint just pray for them and if it's someone that just defies God knowingly we're not to even pray for that person, he/she has sealed their judgement.
My job as a messenger of God is to correct you with the truth of His word when you're wrong! The people judging are those who do not forgive. Has someone wronged you and no matter how much they apologize or show you they've changed you still bring up their past? Guess what, stop judging them! Your judgment is they can never be more or better than what they used to be! What a hypocritical judge, because you have failed before and someone loves you still. Please stop judging them! I've learned the ones quickest to cry "Dont judge me!" are the strictest judges of all! Selah.
And for those who do not profess Christ as Lord and Savior why are you quoting God's word period? If you don't even believe His word who are you to tell me what His word says when it's all Christian jargon to you!? So, you're judging others based on foolishness! You don't believe my truth so how do you know if I'm judging you or not? Please stop judging! God is judge and one day we ALL believers and nonbelievers will have to stand before Him and give an account on what we have done. Am I going to tell you His truth when I see you in error of His word? Of course! Know why? Because God says to me: If I warn the wicked, saying, 'You are under the penalty of death,' but you fail to deliver the warning, they will die in their sins. And I will hold you responsible, demanding your blood for theirs. If you warn them and they keep on sinning and refuse to repent, they will die in their sins. But you will have saved your life because you did what you were told to do. (Ezekiel 3:18-19)
So I end quoting Paul, "Who are you to judge another's servant? To his own master he stands or falls. Indeed, he will be made to stand, for God is able to make him stand." (Romans 14:4)
Stop judging the saints of God. We must heed our master. Be Blessed
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