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Don'T Talk Like God

I "Though my troubles were doubled, I will not forsake you." It may not stand for persisting with human relationships, so it's advisable not to say these words & sentiments, about "faith." Judas & especially Apostle Peter (Cephas) expressed such sentiments toward Jesus & failed in loyalty & faith. Peter denied Jesus as LORD or acquaintance thrice on the night Jesus was arrested during His final days on earth. II "Judge not lest you be judged ..." A great defense by all & sundry, these words help avoid criticism of one's actions (& motives?). But what does this verse 1 in Chapter 7 of Matthew (New Testament) mean by judgement? While verse 1 is alluding to Gods work as JUDGE, clearly humans cannot do that! Yet, we humans must judge and use discernment in earthly matters. But not prejudge who goes to hell or heaven. But Scripture (Matt.7) offers wonderful lessons in PERSISTENCE, FAITH, FRUITFUL CHRISTIANITY & "discerning" good from evil, fake prophets from biblically faithful preachers. Matt. 7:7 famously says, ASK AND IT SHALL BE GIVEN TO THEE, SEEK & YE SHALL FIND, KNOCK & the door SHALL BE OPENED ..." So earthly judgment & discernment are essential, but we don't talk LIKE GOD, especially about others people's final judgment. Still, we must judge good & bad motives, alms & actions, history, racism, politics ... Even poetry (thank you, Lisa Ricci). Poem: You are not the judge But judge you must For earthly duties and such Leave hell to the devil Heaven in fragrances of words: Epitaph, apology, prayer, congrats ... Even angels fall, why not us mortals When pride & ego join in ungodly challenge?

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Date: 3/16/2023 10:22:00 AM
Anil - keep on creating these wonderful writes - people do need to heed your wise words, only one Judge and we will all be judged one day when we come before Him, but is there a mortal on earth that has never sinned, yet many have decided they are destined for Heaven. Lisa Ricci writes amazingly. Blessings dear friend. Jennifer.
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Date: 3/12/2023 4:02:00 PM
Yes, we do judge but there is only one true Judge Who knows the total truth. I enjoyed reading this one. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page. Sara
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Date: 3/12/2023 12:56:00 PM
A wonderful write/ending. I really enjoyed it. Have a blessed day/week...............
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Date: 3/12/2023 4:08:00 AM
The poem at the end of this offering has had many edits, so maybe my explanation - here, somewhere - may ease any frustration. Shalom shalom
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Date: 3/12/2023 3:54:00 AM
Anil Anil. I always say, "it isn't God's World that is bad its the people in it who are bad and who harm God's World". Thus Anil it becomes difficult at times to take the high road and do the right thing when injustice or judgment lies before us without just. With all this said my wise friend your entry is clear and may we hear your words as a reminder to take the high road and not judge or criticize. Yes, too because of all this angels do fall (sad). Remain safe please. Namaste and Shalom
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Date: 3/12/2023 4:06:00 AM
Lisa, Lisa, Lisa. Thanx so much, Lisa. Namasthe, namasthe, namasthe Shalom, shalom, shalom

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