We are never in a place where we are merciless. We have
been shown so much mercy by our Master. We need to make sure we express the
same mercy to our fellow servants. We are not above another in any way, shape,
or form. We simply have duties and roles to perform. (Matthew 18:21-35)
Judgment is wrong. We can righteously judge. That is, we can evaluate others'
lives based on the word and go to their aid when they are struggling. However,
the final judgment call is by our Master. God makes that ruling on judgment
day. Be careful lest you be found making the final judgment on someone.
(Romans 14:4)
Think on what is lovely. Let God direct your mind to what is truly lovely in this world. At the very least that tree, flower, and blade of grass that He made and you saw today is lovely. Let Him influence your thoughts every day until you think on what God considers lovely. Then dwell on those things. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom. (Col. 3:16) There will be an overflow of lovely thoughts pour from your mind. Think about how encouraging to others that would be. Think lovely thoughts.
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