Judging

Diagnosis without prescription is a cruel thing. (Mark Buchanan, physicist and author)

We all seem to be able to diagnose the troubles of the world. Whether it’s local school issues, national political debates, or our neighbor’s distressing situation—we can quickly identify the problem. Even if that were really true, Buchanan’s observation is critical. Do you know how to solve those problems? Really? Rather than make judgments, work to resolve the dilemma.

Do not judge others, and you will not be judged. For you will be treated as you treat others. The standard you use in judging is the standard by which you will be judged (Matthew 7:1-2).