It’s truly something how we often focus on everyone else’s lives—how they should live, how they should think—yet neglect our own journey. People will quote the Lord and His Word to justify criticisms, all the while their own lives may not reflect the grace and peace they preach. Judgment starts, gossip begins, and harmful talk spreads—but such behavior is far from the life any of us should live.

This world of criticism and condemnation is a poor reflection of the Christian walk. Jesus told us clearly in (Matthew 7:1–3) not to judge, for the measure we use will be measured back to us. And when it comes to what matters most, He gave two great commandments: love God and love your neighbor, on which “hang all the Law and the Prophets” (Matthew 22:40).

I can count on one hand how many people I know truly live that way—loving others deeply and genuinely honoring the Lord. Yet we all have different paths and grow at different paces. We’re each called to work out our own salvation, day by day, battle by battle. Judgment seldom helps; it doesn’t aid our witness or our love. Words are incredibly powerful; when we sense someone faltering, our role isn’t to condemn. It’s to pray—to lift them with gentleness, grace, and empathy. Scripture reminds us in (Leviticus 18:16) not to expose our brother’s nakedness—meaning don’t speak poorly about what they do or don’t do. Instead, cover them with love and kindness.

“Love covers a multitude of sins” (1 Peter 4:8). When we embody love, forgiveness, and refrain from passing judgment, we shine as lights for the Lord. We draw people toward His grace, not push them away with criticism. God teaches us from a place of love—not condemnation or confusion. People can shame or belittle, but God restores, protects, and fights our battles.

So if any of us—myself included—feel compelled to tell someone else how to live, let’s pause. Let’s first assess our own lives, preach goodness to ourselves, and allow God to handle what’s beyond us. As Jesus says in (Matthew 7:3–5), remove the plank from your own eye before attempting to remove the speck from your brother’s.

Let us love genuinely. Not condemn. Not judge. Not find fault. Let us walk humbly, pray faithfully, and live as our Father desires: a community marked by grace, mercy, and love. Amen!”

“For it is in His name, Jesus’ name, that I do ask and pray..Amen and Amen..Be blessed today my dear sweet friends and remember wherever you go and whatever you do, Be a light for our Father, Much love to you all, Mandi ❤️