09.03. Introduction

Introduction

We often hear “don’t judge”, but what does that really mean? The Bible also tells us to judge and discern good and evil. To get a proper understanding of when to judge, how to judge and when not to judge, we must look at the relevant passages in context and look at the definitions of the words that are used. Just as the word “judge” has a wide range of meaning in the English language, there is also a range of meanings in the original languages. There are several words that are used in the original languages that are translated “judge” or similar. It would be good to keep the words of James in mind: For whoever keeps the whole Law, yet stumbles in one point, has become guilty of all. (Jas 2:10). This makes everyone a sinner and condemned since everyone has failed at least once. (Rom 5:12-14). Because of this, the only way that we can be justified is by accepting the payment for our sins by Jesus Christ by faith alone.