Passing judgment means pushing your truth on others without considering if they're ready to receive it. Jesus teaches in Matthew 7 that before addressing others' issues, we must first deal with our own shortcomings. The 'dogs and pigs' verse isn't about labeling people as unworthy, but about being mindful of how we share truth. To help others without being judgmental, we should balance truth with grace, be patient with God's pace in people's lives, share personal experiences rather than just opinions, and examine our own hearts first. This approach allows us to be more like Jesus, who knew when to speak truth and when to simply weep with those who were hurting.
The "One Another" statements in Scripture call us to live out our faith not in isolation, but in deep, Christ-centered community. Commands like love one another, forgive one another, and bear with one another aren’t suggestions—they're the blueprint for how believers are meant to reflect Jesus in a watching world. In this series, we’ll explore these powerful imperatives and what they reveal about God’s vision for His Church. As we learn to put others before ourselves, healing, unity, and spiritual growth become possible—not just personally, but collectively, as the body of Christ.
