People who claim to be christians but judge other people?

Question

I know certin people in my life who go to church every sunday and always preach about jesus to others yet they are so scandalous they talk smack about people so bad that it's ridiclous isn't it a sin to judge other people? Sometimes I just want to bust at the seams and tell them what big hypocrites they are and call them on there crap...what should I do or say it's getting to the point where I am becoming uncomfortable around them!

One example is soon as we get out church...(.the conversation would go something like this) ohh that was a good sermon he preached today......'(driving)' What the Hell does she have on she should be ashamed of her self thats just nasty...girl put that lil wayne cd in thats my nigka)

Answer 1

There is a tactic that I like to use and it really gets the point across. I simply remind them that we are all sinners and need His mercy and saving grace. If we do not approve of their actions then we must pray for them. These people are obviously thinking that they have no more room for spiritual growth and that is a dangerous place to be. Everyone needs to continue to grow in their faith otherwise we get too comfortable-sound familiar? We are all loved by God regardless of how superior we think we are to others.

Answer 2

Many Christians have and do make that mistake in judging people. And i'm guilty of having done that....God tells us not to judge unless we will be judge under the same or higher standard we judge others to...But in reality we all have been a hypocrite in one way or another....There are even hypocrites at your job, those that you work with...Does that mean you feel uncomfortable around them as well? Just because people at your job are hypocrites does that mean you're not going to go to work?

How about you be an example to them and don't "practice" being a hypocrite, gossip, or any other sin and practice walking in God's love, righteousness and holiness.... But don't complain about other people if you're not willing to be serious about your relationship with God... You must remember that people who are not perfect need to go to church to hear the Word of God, just as much as the hypocrites, liars, cheaters, fornicators, etc... If they are willing to change.

Answer 3

I have known "so-called" Christians just like the ones you are describing. I had pointed out their hypocrisy and they felt stupid for only a moment. They brushed it off as quickly as I told them and acted like they did nothing wrong. These people are the worst you will ever meet. They can do no wrong and are always right. Stay far away from these people. They are big trouble. I completely stopped associating with the ones I described to you. I feel a whole lot better that I did.

Oh! I am a Christian myself. People who call themselves Christians may not be ones. I would address the issue to them and tell them that they are doing the wrong thing talking about this person or that person. I hope you have better luck than I did.

Answer 4

Girl, I know how you feel. I have in laws and they are the most self righteous bunch of judgemental hypocrites I know....One is the worst, she sings in the choir, prophes-lies, and actually lays hands on people but she is a thief who steals from her slow little sister with two babies. However, she prides herself on going to church everyday and not drinking alcohol. She is nauseating..I feel and know your pain. I had to make the decision not to be around her.She would upset me to no end. Those kind of people are so religious that if you did approach them you would only fuel their fire. They'd say "See I told you she was jealous" or "she just let the devil use her". And that would really piss you off. Those people are the type who will have their own day of judgement in front of those they condemn...Next time they try to make you feel bad say " the Bible says that pride goes before a fall" and say that "we are not saved by works. Deep down that's the only reason they go to church and quote scripture...to manipulate God into blessing them and GIVING them what they want. Once they get it, they brag about it as if the only reason they got it is because "they are godly". UNTRUE! Those same people see when bad times befall others and say "see God don't like ugly" and judge. I know in my heart of hearts that God loves me and you and that one day we will see HIS judgement upon them.....I know it's hard though but make the decision not to be around them NO MATTER WHAT. Think about it this way, make comments to your face right ?so what's the difference when you are away? Do what's better for you.

Answer 5

It is not a sin to judge others. In fact, the Bible tells us that christians are to judge others within the church(other christians). That does not mean that it is OK to talk smack about each other, it means if a fellow christian is doing something unchristian another christian should tell them what they are doing wrong. Also, if a person is a christian, the bible says we should not judge others outside of the church (nonbelievers). We are commanded to correct other believers, not people outside of the church. (that does not mean christians aren't supposed to spread GOD's word, either)

Answer 6

Hey, you're not alone. I, too, have been involved in a christian "community" wherein there's supposed to be love and revival and excellence and.... But really, people still have their carnal selves. And THAT'S WHAT MAKES US DO THE THINGS WE SHOULDN'T BE DOING. St. Paul for example referred once that he still has this fallen nature that goes separate ways with his spiritual side.

Whatever religion one is in (not only Christians) there are people who are like that. Judgemental and "busy bodies" . On our part, we should forgive them, but STRAY AWAY FROM THEM in free times for the simple reason that you don't like their attitude. Bad moral corrupts good company. Better is that we should understand them so that when an opportunity comes, we can help them.

Answer 7

Should Christians behave in a way that identifies themselves as above reproach?
From 1 Timothy Chapter 3;
1.If any man is reaching out for an office of overseer, he is desirous of a fine work. 2 The overseer should therefore be irreprehensible, a husband of one wife, moderate in habits, sound in mind, orderly, hospitable, qualified to teach, 3 not a drunken brawler, not a smiter, but reasonable, not belligerent, not a lover of money, 4 a man presiding over his own household in a fine manner, having children in subjection with all seriousness; 5 (if indeed any man does not know how to preside over his own household, how will he take care of God’s congregation?) 6 not a newly converted man, for fear that he might get puffed up [with pride] and fall into the judgment passed upon the Devil. 7 Moreover, he should also have a fine testimony from people on the outside, in order that he might not fall into reproach and a snare of the Devil.

8 Ministerial servants should likewise be serious, not double-tongued, not giving themselves to a lot of wine, not greedy of dishonest gain, 9 holding the sacred secret of the faith with a clean conscience.

10 Also, let these be tested as to fitness first, then let them serve as ministers, as they are free from accusation.

11 Women should likewise be serious, not slanderous, moderate in habits, faithful in all things.

12 Let ministerial servants be husbands of one wife, presiding in a fine manner over children and their own households. 13 For the men who minister in a fine manner are acquiring for themselves a fine standing and great freeness of speech in the faith in connection with Christ Jesus.

Answer 8

Danielle,
YOU are so pretty on the outside. Calm down then, talk to them about Judging others as they want to be Judged. We will all meet CHRIST at the Judgment and we will all answer to HIS Righteous Judgment. I intend to be as Righteous as I possibly can be. I hope that YOU and They are too! Keep YOUR Head up tall and attempt to be respectable as you talk with them about the Judgment. Thank YOU for the reminder to each and every one of US. Have a wonderful week and a glorious life!
Thanks,
Eds

EDIT:
Misty,
PLEASE Remember that not all people fit the same mold...



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Answer 9

i get how you I feel the same way about judgemental fake people..i work with a lot of them && they are all girls (go figure) so whenever i got tired of them talking about someone behind their back (&& i mean they all do it to each other even the female manager!) One time i just told the girl what was said about her b/c i also thought it was unfair and i knew it would cause drama so before it got out of control i told them that yes it was me who had told her because 1. she was my friend, 2. i thought it was hypocrital to talk about someone behind their back like their hands are clean && smile at them like nothing, 3. If someone said something negative about me I would like it to be brought to my attention so that i could bring it upon myself to fix it or whatever, 4. i dont appreciate people talking bad about my friends in front of me so next time you have something to say do it while they around ..all of these people were my friends so i did say all that to them but in a non-angry tone && they all knew i was right but they never admitted it haha..so you should just do the same and tell them ..or just make smart remarks at them..

Answer 10

Skippy say get ready because this going to be long lecture.
Skippy say the Bible never tell Christians not to judge. The verse in Matthew that says "Judge not lest Ye be judged is probably the most misquoted verse in the Bible. Skippy say if people just read the rest of Matthew and not just that one verse it would make more sense to people. The Bible warns against hypocritical judgement. Skippy say of course christians are supposed to judge the sins of others. Not judging the sins of your brothers and not pointing them out to them is a sin in itself.
Skippy say Matt 7:6 says. "Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to swine. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and then turn and tear you to pieces." How are we going to know as undesirable the behaviors of "dogs" and "swine" if we do not judge?
Look at John 7:24. There, Jesus tells us to judge, but to do so righteously. "Judge not by appearance but judge with righteous judgement" Righteously means to use the Truth of the Word to discern sins and not by appearances only. In 1Cor. 6:2-3 Jesus authorizes us to judge. Judge we must else we could not discern good from bad, proper from improper, righteousness from evil. But judge behavior, not the individual; the deed not the doer; the choice not the chooser. The individual/doer/chooser is accountable for his/her deed/choice, but judge the deed/choice in your judgment. Jesus could see a king in a shepherd boy. And an Apostle in a murderer. So while we must judge one's behavior we must we try to nurture the goodness in an individual: to separate the deed from the doer.

Skippy hopes this help you understand...not only are Christians supposed to judge, to not judge is a sin.