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Meditation No. 1801
🔆 AATHAVAN –
Monday, 12.01.2026
“Do not judge according to appearance, but judge with righteous judgment.” (John 7:24)
There is a great difference between the judgments of worldly judges and the judgment of God. Earthly courts deliver verdicts based on human testimonies. Not only that—false witnesses and, many times, the influence of money cause the judgments of worldly courts to turn into unjust decisions.
But God cannot be deceived by money or false testimony. We read, “Because He knew what was in man, and because He did not need anyone to testify concerning man; for He Himself knew what was in man.” (John 2:25) Yes, beloved, He knows what is within our hearts. Even before a word is formed on our tongues, He knows it.
In our day-to-day life in this world, we are quick to judge others. We do not truly know the real situation. Very often, our assumptions about our friends and relatives turn out to be incorrect. That is why Jesus Christ said, “Do not judge according to appearance, but judge with righteous judgment.” The Jews of His time also judged Jesus wrongly in this very manner.
God does not judge by what the eye sees, but according to righteousness. Though certain things may appear wrong to human eyes, they may be found right in God’s sight. Therefore, when we judge others wrongly, we become guilty of sin against God. That is why Jesus said, “Do not judge, so that you will not be judged.” (Matthew 7:1)
Moreover, many who appear righteous in the eyes of the world are wicked before God, while many whom the world considers sinners are recipients of God’s mercy. The reason is this: God alone knows the depths of the human heart. He does not judge a person based solely on an action; He also looks at the intention behind the action. In other words, He judges based on truth and righteousness (cf. Isaiah 11:4).
Jesus said, “But even if I do judge, My judgment is true; for I am not alone in it, but I and the Father who sent Me.” (John 8:16) Because Jesus Christ lived in perfect unity with the Father, His judgment was righteous. Likewise, only when the Spirit of God dwells within us can we rightly discern others. Therefore, in every situation, let us choose to live without judging others or their actions.
That is why the Apostle Paul instructs us, “Therefore do not go on passing judgment before the time, but wait until the Lord comes who will both bring to light the things hidden in the darkness and disclose the motives of men’s hearts; and then each man’s praise will come to him from God.” (1 Corinthians 4:5) So then, let us live without judging others.
Gospel Message: Bro. M. Geo Prakash
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