Jesus emphatically declared, “Don’t criticize people, and you will not be criticized. For you will be judged by the way you criticize others.” This verse needs to immediately come to our minds when we begin picking apart those we struggle with in our daily lives. It’s far too easy to see the faults of others and ignore our own.

Turn your critique upon yourself and let God deal with others.

“You can talk about me as you please. I’ll talk about you on my knees.”

PRAYER: Father, forgive us for being so judgmental. We fail to realize we’re turning it upon ourselves when we do.

READING: Matt. 7-9

PARENTING TIP: Break children early of the tendency to criticize others. You may be saving them from a lifetime of grief and self-destruction.