Judge
I’m not sure I’d like to be a judge in a courtroom. I’ve only been in court a few times to hear a case being argued before the judge. I’ve also served on jury’s too. There is much procedure and protocol that must be followed. I do like some of the work hours of judges as well as their pay scale! guess I see both sides of this career and I’m not sure I’d want to go that route.
I must admit that I’m a pretty harsh judge of myself. I know me. I know I’m not all that great. I know that I like to please others. I also want to please the Lord. It should be my highest goal in everything to please Him. I realize that I am judged by the Lord, but He brings grace into the equation. Check this out…
4 For I am not conscious of anything against myself, but I am not justified by this. It is the Lord who judges me. 5 So don’t judge anything prematurely, before the Lord comes, who will both bring to light what is hidden in darkness and reveal the intentions of the hearts. And then praise will come to each one from God. (1 Corinthians 4:4-5 CSB)
While others have certainly passed judgement, I try not to worry about them. I shouldn’t live to please them – they can’t save my soul. I do like to get along with most everyone. I try to never pass judgement on others. I believe that is God’s role. I can sometimes find others faults very quickly while ignoring my own.
The Lord knows my thoughts – He is the judge of both what is seen and what is hidden.
The Lord knows my actions done in secret – He knows the “everyday me”.
The Lord knows the intentions of my heart – He sees the source of everything in me.
I live to please the Lord. I’m not trying to appear better than anyone, because I’m not. I’m simply seeking to follow the Lord daily and honor Him with my decisions and the activities of my life. I’m thankful for learning about the Lord’s grace. I grew up learning about the laws and boundaries and I know they are there for my protection. The whole subject of grace has profoundly changed me and my future. The JUDGE is the very One Who introduced grace to me!
Pressing On!
Dwayne