The Bible teaches that people should not judge others with a condemning or hypocritical attitude. Jesus says in Matthew 7:1-5, "Judge not, that you be not judged," warning that the measure used to judge others will be used for self-judgment. The focus is on self-reflection and humility before addressing others' faults, illustrated by the metaphor of removing the log from one's own eye before helping remove the speck from another's eye. Judging others in a condemning way reflects hypocrisy and can lead to reciprocal judgment by God (Matthew 7:1-5).
Jesus's teaching clarifies that discernment is necessary, but condemnation is to be avoided. Christians are encouraged to approach others with compassion, forgiveness, and grace rather than contempt. The Bible also shows that judging others harshly while practicing the same faults leads to self-condemnation (Romans 2:1-3).
In summary, the Bible advocates for careful self-examination, humility, and mercy in dealing with others rather than harsh judgment or condemnation. This principle allows for righteous discernment without judgmental contempt.
