“And why worry about a speck in your friend’s eye when you have a log in your own? (Luke 6:41 NLT)
Sadly in the heart of every man and woman lies a critical and judgmental spirit towards others. The way we look at our brother or sister sometimes will reveal what is really in our hearts.
Do we tend to see as a Shepherd sees his sheep? A true shepherd loves the sheep no matter what and is not concerned about wasting time on pointing the finger, malicious talk, or living in a critical attitude. Most assuredly the person who judges is the one who carries the 'log' in their eye. They are blinded by their pride, their ego, their self-centeredness and somehow thinking that they are better than. I am challenged with this on a daily basis. I want to love others as Christ loves me. Giving them the benefit of the doubt, realizing they are of great worth in the eyes of God. Until you walk in someone else's shoes we have no right to judge or tear them apart with our critical eye.
Be careful what you think of another, because you don't know what battles they are facing.
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