Day 195 Bible Reading: 1 Chronicles 17-18, Romans 2:1-17, Psalm 10:16-18 and Proverb 19:8-9
The Bible warns us not to judge or throw stones. Why do you try to do so? Do remember - Your emotional outbursts cannot bring forth God’s righteousness but may cause harm. Moreover, the wrongful deeds you see in others may not be so different from your own. A story in John 8:2-11, a lady was caught in adultery by the religious leaders who tested Jesus. The Law was clear that adulterers were to be stoned. Jesus did not excuse nor execute but extended grace to sinners. Throwing stones at sinners is throwing stones at the Saviour himself. Jesus stands before the weak and sinners. We are either stone throwers or grace givers. Who you want to be?
"Therefore you have no excuse, O man, every one of you who judges. For in passing judgment on another you condemn yourself, because you, the judge, practice the very same things." – Romans 2:1 (English Standard Version)
"Lord, please forgive me when I judge others so carelessly and mercilessly. I need Your grace more than anyone else. Enable me Lord so I can give grace and mercy to others as I desire mercy myself. In Jesus’ name, Amen."