“To Judge or Not To Judge” (Part 2) | Bible Study
Join us for our May 20, 2026 Mid‑Week Bible Study as we continue our Sermon on the Mount series. Pastor Phil Anderson teaches “To Judge or Not To Judge” (Part 2) from Matthew 7:1–6, exploring what Jesus truly meant when He warned His followers about judgment, hypocrisy, and discernment.
📖 Bible Study — “To Judge or Not To Judge” (Part 2)
Matthew 7:1–6
Short Summary / Outline
1. Understanding Jesus’ Command: “Judge Not”
Jesus’ instruction in Matthew 7:1 is not a blanket prohibition against all judgment. Pastor Phil explains how the passage addresses the spirit behind judgment—condemnation, pride, and hypocrisy—rather than the act of discernment itself.
2. The Measure You Use Will Be Measured Back to You
The study highlights Jesus’ warning that the standards we apply to others will be applied to us. This section explores how self‑righteousness blinds us and damages relationships, while humility opens the door to grace.
3. The Hypocrisy of the “Log and Speck”
Pastor Phil unpacks Jesus’ vivid imagery: a person with a “log” in their own eye trying to remove a “speck” from someone else’s. The notes emphasize:
- Self‑examination must come before correction
- Spiritual blindness grows when we ignore our own sin
- True love confronts gently and only after dealing with our own heart
4. Discernment vs. Condemnation
The study clarifies the difference between:
- Condemning judgment (forbidden)
- Righteous discernment (commanded)
Jesus’ instruction in verse 6 (“do not give dogs what is holy…”) shows that believers *must* exercise discernment, but with wisdom, humility, and love.
5. The Heart of the Passage: Grace, Love, and Restoration
Pastor Phil emphasizes that Jesus calls His followers to:
- Love others more than we love being right
- Address sin with compassion
- Seek restoration, not humiliation
- Reflect God’s grace in every interaction
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