I am seeing this phrase more and more. Are we as Christians using this to justify telling people what their particular sin (or what we conceive as) is. I don't remember in the Gospel anywhere that Jesus sat and counted each and every sin, just that he said go and sin no more.
We should be careful not to be judgemental in our acceptence.
It has never been our place to judge anyone's degree of sin.
Am I looking at this from a wrong standpoint?
2006-10-18 04:59:50 · 10 answers · asked by 2ndchhapteracts 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I agree that we as Christians have an accountability to each other, and of course to Jesus. But I am asking about the lost, more than growing Christians.
2006-10-18 05:10:25 · update #1
If all Christians were like you, I don't think non-Christians would be so angry at the religion. Zealots make a bad name for any religion. I admire that you have a faith that makes sense to you and that you do not begrudge others for their life choices.
2006-10-18 05:03:41 · answer #1 · answered by Angel Baby 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I think Christians need to be careful of following the words of Mahatma Gandhi, who first uttered this phrase. Though he was a very influential man, he did not take Jesus Christ as his personal savior. To follow his words and teachings is to go against the words and teachings of the true savior Jesus Christ. Remember, Gandhi is the same man that when asked why he didn't become a Christian, he responded, "There is no need for me to join your creed."
Christians are not supposed to hate at all. Hatred is one of the seven deadly sins. Yes, even hating gay people is a sin and many a well meaning Christian will be burning alongside the gay people that they hated in this life.
Remember, you will be judged in the same manner that you have judged one another. So if you judge someone's sins, so too will your sins be judged.
2006-10-18 14:52:02 · answer #2 · answered by coreander 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When sin is ignored then people use that as acceptance. Judgement can only come from Our Heavenly Father, but He does call us to uphold His laws. What we do for ourselves can be just as important for others. Help hold them up. If we truly follow Christ then we would not have to try to judge sin by degree because we know what sin is. If we are aware of sin in our lives then we change for Christ. If we see sin it is an accountability issue. People can know from you that thay are breaking God's laws without the arrest and conviction from you. I do strongly suggest to mind His very words.
And whosoever shall not recieve you, nor hear your words,when ye depart out of that house or city, shake the dust off your feet. Matthew 10:14
Forgive and move on.
There can be real danger ignoring sin. Never give up the territory entrusted to you from God.
2006-10-18 12:18:22 · answer #3 · answered by rebecca 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well, we know of sins as things against the bible, and its content. For example, if someone is a homosexual, we are not to condem that person. We are to hate the act, but love the person, and show them love and compassion. Or for someone who idolizes money, wealth, fame...we should hate the idolitry part, but still love them as a brother. Of course it is not our place to judge, but you are not judging the person as long as you don't go around accusing them. But still be sure to hold other fellow Christians accountable. If we see a brother fall, we should confront them, in a Godly way, and hold them accountable to thier actions.
2006-10-18 12:04:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You are correct. We should not JUDGE others. it is not our place, but we are called to hold others accountable and to admonish them in brotherly love - not condemnation
To judge is to decide someones fate. This is not our decision.
Romans 15:14 And I myself also am persuaded of you, my brothers, that you also are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another.
2Thes 3:15 Yet do not count him as an enemy, but admonish him as a brother.
2006-10-18 12:03:25 · answer #5 · answered by Dr. Linder 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
actually... Jesus told the woman "neither to I comndemn you" but if you read on... shortly after he tells the religous leaders "I have much to say to condemn you"
so... sometimes Jesus did...
both John the Baptist and Jesus called a few people snakes
but human nature being what it is... our problem is usually not being kind enough...
it takes discernment to 'speak the truth in love" the right way and follow God's leading... but love should be the guiding principle.. if tough love is what they need...then tough love.... if tender love...then tender love... keyword is love
2006-10-18 12:04:44 · answer #6 · answered by whirlingmerc 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You hate the sin that the individual is doing...but when he/she stops the sin and practices no more, you can in brace him back into flock. yes love he/she.
Hate is the most lowest negative a human can do.
So you can hate what he/she is sinning in.
2006-10-18 12:50:04 · answer #7 · answered by Donaldsan theGreatone 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think tha's right. love the sinner hate the sin is a way of reminding us that even though we sin, we are still good people.
2006-10-18 12:05:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I think you have it. But we aren't to ignore sin for a brother and sister. They may not realize it, so we need to point it out. But we will be judged according to how we judge.
2006-10-18 12:03:44 · answer #9 · answered by RB 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Think of it this way; 'Hate the sin' (what)
'Love the sinner' (who)
(who,what,when, where, how, why).
2006-10-18 13:56:50 · answer #10 · answered by jefferyspringer57@sbcglobal.net 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋