Here Comes the Judge!
He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomination to the LORD.
Proverbs 17:15
It is hard not to pick sides in a debate. Unfortunately, we sometimes pick the wrong side. And Solomon warns us of picking the wrong side to the point of becoming an "abomination to the Lord". When we judge people, we are in serious jeopardy of God's wrath. David also warns in Psalm 105:15 - Saying, Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm. Pretty stern warning from both men who were closer to God than I could ever hope to be!
So, the question becomes - "Who are the just and anointed?". For they clearly do not have a flashing neon sign indicating their special position in God's eyes. Perhaps, we could answer the question in with another question - "Who deserves to be judged or justified by me?". The answer becomes simple. Jesus warns us not to judge lest we be judged likewise! It seems the easiest answer is to simply let God judge and for us to stay out of the fray. Unfortunately, it is often easier said than done! Maybe considering the option of becoming an abomination to God will steer us from judging others!
Proverbs 17:15
It is hard not to pick sides in a debate. Unfortunately, we sometimes pick the wrong side. And Solomon warns us of picking the wrong side to the point of becoming an "abomination to the Lord". When we judge people, we are in serious jeopardy of God's wrath. David also warns in Psalm 105:15 - Saying, Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm. Pretty stern warning from both men who were closer to God than I could ever hope to be!
So, the question becomes - "Who are the just and anointed?". For they clearly do not have a flashing neon sign indicating their special position in God's eyes. Perhaps, we could answer the question in with another question - "Who deserves to be judged or justified by me?". The answer becomes simple. Jesus warns us not to judge lest we be judged likewise! It seems the easiest answer is to simply let God judge and for us to stay out of the fray. Unfortunately, it is often easier said than done! Maybe considering the option of becoming an abomination to God will steer us from judging others!
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