We must judge others - or not?

(Audio: Español)

RESUMEN: In Romans Chapter 2, the Apostle Paul condemns those who judge others, pointing out that they are also guilty of the same sins. He emphasizes that God's judgment is according to truth, and that there is no partiality with God. Paul also addresses the Jewish community, who believe they are superior because they have the law and know God's will. However, he reminds them that they must also practice what they preach and not just rely on their label as Jews. In order to understand this passage, it is important to understand the historical and cultural context in which the Apostle Paul wrote this letter and the purpose of the book as a whole. In Chapter 1, Paul condemns the pagan world for their rebellion against God and their moral decay, particularly pointing out homosexuality as a graphic illustration of estrangement from God. He argues that when humans distance themselves from God and begin to reason according to their own principles, they can reach a degree of perversion that leads to the deterioration of cultures and nations.

In Romans Chapter 2, Paul addresses both the pagan world and the religious Jews who judged others. He emphasizes the inexcusability of sin before God and warns against the danger of being judgmental. However, the Bible also allows for objective judgment in cases of immorality or disputes among Christians. The key is to approach judgment with humility, mercy, and grace, and to always examine oneself first. Christians should not shy away from calling out sin, but also approach it with love and a desire for healing and salvation for the sinner.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living a holy and consistent life as a follower of Christ. He warns against religious hypocrisy and emphasizes the need for transparency and self-examination. The speaker also acknowledges the complexity of the judgment of God, which is tempered by mercy, love, and grace. He reminds his audience that God is no respecter of persons and demands that his followers live according to his character. The sermon ends with a call for repentance and a plea for God's mercy and guidance.

We pray to God and ask Him to protect us from evil. We believe in His promise that a thousand will fall at our side but it will not come to us. We ask for His guidance in our lives, family, and ministry. We also ask for His work to be done in humanity in the 21st century, starting in Boston.

I want to invite you to go to your Bibles in Romans, Chapter 2. We're going to go to Chapter 2 and I just want to pull out some points, some ideas. You will remember that we are studying this epistle to the Romans and due to different commitments and things several weeks have passed.

You may not even remember where the epistle to the Romans is in the Bible, but here we are again to pick it up. You know, there have been many trips and many different commitments but this is an eternal epistle, it has been blessing God's people for two thousand and it is there waiting for us on this day to instruct us and provide principles for our lives as God's people.