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It’s easy to judge others, especially when their sins seem obvious. But Paul warns that when we condemn others for doing wrong while doing the same things ourselves, we’re actually condemning ourselves (v. 1). God’s judgment isn’t based on comparison but on truth, and He sees through every excuse. His kindness is not permission to keep sinning—it’s an invitation to repent (v. 4).
Those who persist in doing good show evidence of a transformed heart, while those who persist in disobedience store up wrath for the day of judgment (vv. 5–8). God will judge everyone impartially—Jews and Gentiles alike—not by what they’ve heard, but by how they’ve lived in response to what they knew (vv. 11–13). Even those without the written law have a moral compass—conscience—that bears witness to right and wrong (vv. 14–15). And on the final day, God will judge not only our actions but even the hidden motives of our hearts through Jesus Christ (v. 16).
🎯 Theme: God’s judgment is impartial and based on truth—no one is exempt.
🌀 Reflection: We all want justice for others but mercy for ourselves. Paul reminds us that the standard is not our own comparison to others but God’s righteous truth and the response of our hearts to it.
💬 Mission Challenge: Instead of criticizing someone today, pray for them. Ask God to help you examine your own heart and respond to His kindness with repentance.
Just Keith Harris 
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