SCRIPTURE:
“Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of the heart. At that time each will receive their praise from God.”
1 Corinthians 4:5
OBSERVATION:
Oh my, so brief and succinct. Judgement is a coming. Thus, we need not look at one another in judgement and authority but instead mind our own business and be sure that our lives are in order with the Word and Will of God. Isn’t that often our nature? To look and pass judgement on others whether pronounced or held in thought. Yet, we have our own sin, faults, and transgressions that would expose us and our heart before the Lord’s judgement seat. And be sure, that day is coming.
APPLICATION:
So, what do we do? Keep our nose in our own yard; rather than looking over the fence. Then, be sure that we are tending to how we are called to live our lives in and for Christ Jesus including repenting when we fail and fall. We have the time and opportunity now, to be in obedience, to draw close to, and walk with Jesus in His Will and Ways, and serve Him; that on that judgement day, the light of Christ will reveal that I am worthy of His praise for the life that I have lived.
PRAYER:
Dear Lord, please bless me with your hand of humility, obedience, and calling; that I will keep my eyes on you and your will for me. Please guide me through the Holy Spirit to refrain from sticking my nose and interest into anyone others’ business but my own. I pray that when you return, my faith and my works to serve you out of love will be worthy.
