Sermon On The Mount Series
Judging
Luke 6:37-42
The Imperatives (37-38)
1. Don’t judge
2. Don’t condemn
3. Forgive
4. Give
Why? "For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you."
The Parable (39-40)
The Questions (41-42)
There are 2 reasons why Christians are afraid to judge and condemn.
1. They don’t want to be a hypocrite.
2. They don’t care.
There are 2 reasons why Christians are quick to forgive and give.
1. They want to feel better about themselves.
2. They are grateful for the blessings and forgiveness that have been given to them.
The main point: Disciples need to deal with their own sins so that they will be free to judge rightly, condemn sin, forgive others, and give for the glory of God.