The Respectable Sin of Judgmentalism

Jerry Bridges, from his book Respectable Sins:

The sin of judgmentalism is one of the most subtle of our "respectable" sins because it is often practiced under the guise of being zealous for what is right. It's obvious that within our conservative evangelical circles there are myriads of opinions on everything from theology to conduct to lifestyle and politics. Not only are there multiple opinions but we usually assume our opinion is correct. That's where our trouble with judgmentalism begins. We equate our opinions with truth. (p. 141)

Bridges gives three examples of his own judgmentalism in the past—on what Christians wear to church, what music is sung in church, and Christians drinking alcohol.

Andy Naselli has provided a very helpful summary of this chapter with numerous quotes.