Should the Church Judge?
Written By Ian Shaheen
SPEAKER: Pastor Patrick Tanton
DATE: july 20,2025
“Judge not, that you be not judged.” It’s one of the most quoted verses in the Bible—by both Christians and non-Christians. Often used to silence correction or avoid accountability, But what did Jesus really mean in Matthew 7:1? In this eye-opening message, Pastor Patrick Tanton unpacks one of the most misunderstood teachings in Scripture and helps us discern the difference between righteous judgment, hypocrisy, and condemnation.
Jesus commands us to "stop judging by mere appearances" and instead "judge correctly". Learn why it's God's role to judge those outside the church, while believers are called to lovingly help "sharpen" one another within the church and learn why judging outsiders by Christian standards misses the heart of the Gospel. This message isn’t just a word of correction—it’s an invitation to grow, love better, and walk with humility in your relationships and your faith.
Take a few minutes and ask God to search your heart. Are you judging others through a critical lens—or a Christ-like one?
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