JUDGE AND JURY

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Often we tend to sit in judgement of others for what we ourselves have been guilty of at one time or another. I think it's best to keep my own nose clean and let God take care of my neighbors.

 

You point the accusing finger,
For infractions of the rules.
Common sense and understanding,
Oft must bow to a book of rules.

You sit in judgement of the wrong,
Hating evil doers,
Refusing explanations,
As clemencies grow fewer.

When you sit in judgement,
You accept a dreadful task;
For you drink judgement on yourself,
When you drink from that flask.

God will judge the mind and heart,
When're He judges sin.
Man will judge the act alone.
He cannot see within.

So think before you judge someone,
For oft you can't say sorry.
Be certain of the circumstance,
When you are judge and jury.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2023



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Date: 1/4/2025 5:46:00 AM
Yes a 'mine-field' indeed Judy..All the best to you And Wilson this new year.) I hope your rhymes will bounce Along as it were.'
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Date: 12/28/2023 1:50:00 PM
I totally agree. It’s interesting how the things about others that often bother us are reflections of our own limitations. Well expressed Judy.
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Judy Ball
Date: 12/30/2023 10:53:00 AM
Thank you so much Richard. I agree, when we find something that annoys us in another person it is often one or two of our own faults. God Bless, JB
Date: 12/25/2023 4:06:00 PM
I hope for others…to love, find faith…God bless you, Judy! Let’s cheer each other on toward a better future.
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Judy Ball
Date: 12/26/2023 4:01:00 AM
Thank you so much Kim. Hope your Christmas and New Year is much Blessed. JB
Date: 12/25/2023 1:01:00 PM
" I was president then so it does not matter." Arn't we commanded to fear God?
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Judy Ball
Date: 12/26/2023 4:07:00 AM
Yes indeed my friend but what it says is to be assured of His unfailing love and forgiveness but to fear His wrath. I rest assured in His forgiveness and providence and protection. Thanks so much for stopping by, God Bless, JB
Date: 12/25/2023 12:41:00 PM
Profound wisdom, Judy. Your words of advice resonate with me,
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Judy Ball
Date: 12/26/2023 4:10:00 AM
Thank you so much Vijay. God Bless JB
Date: 12/25/2023 11:23:00 AM
JudyIt is critical to have an honest disposition that is governed by a firm adherence to noble ideals and principles. This is unquestionably the core of existence. I wish you a Merry Christmas and delightful festivities.
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Judy Ball
Date: 12/26/2023 4:14:00 AM
I do so agree my friend. God Bless, JB
Date: 12/25/2023 9:11:00 AM
You are right Judy and so many are guilty of this, you must remember a lot of people do not believe in God and even those who do, they judge... it is important to be sincere with good morals and principles that is the most important thing is life.. hope you had a great day.
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Judy Ball
Date: 12/25/2023 11:09:00 AM
Right you are my friend. Thanks bunches. God Bless and Merry Christmas, JB
Date: 12/25/2023 9:02:00 AM
This made a very good point. I'd like to add those people who purposely tell lies so that others will form judgment against someone, such as my neighbor did when she lied to say I sneaked into other's houses. Person to person conversations should be the way. Thank you for this truthful poem.
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Judy Ball
Date: 12/25/2023 11:18:00 AM
WoW! Why would someone say such a thing. I like to remind myself that God will amply reward us all for our actions either good or bad. Thanks bunches my friend, God Bless and Merry Christmas, JB
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