Nougat 30

In response to one of the reflections on depression, Michelle noted that some of us have had to deal with very human bosses. She suggested that this could have the impact of them feeling challenged to accept God as our CEO. Might I propose that we invite God to self-reveal in a manner that shifts our understanding of bosses (or images of toxic males, for that manner).

Her query caused me to reflect further … because we aren’t fully aware of others’ stories, we need to be careful about our assumptions. Even an assumption as simple as thinking that everyone will think of God as CEO in a positive way. And, if we are challenged to avoid assuming about God, we definitely ought to stop assumptions about others. Here’s what Today’s Holy Nougat has to say.

1 Corinthians 4:5 CEVDCI

[5] So don’t judge anyone until the Lord returns. He will show what is hidden in the dark and what is in everyone’s heart. Then God will be the one who praises each of us.

Leave Judgement to God

Some years ago, a young lady used to make quick value judgements about others. After assessing them, she would engage or dismiss them in seconds. It wasn’t always pleasant. Those whom she dismissed, she refused to engage with intellectually. After a while, she began to assume a level of spiritual arrogance that was not aligned to God’s calling on her life. She was no longer teachable.

Self-Check

Could that description be about us? If so, do we desire to change?

Deeper Dive

Our writer is plainspoken: judgement is not our business. It is God’s. Given the world in which we live, I’m sure that many of us have reason to repent today. For if judgement is about establishing a verdict based on evidence before us, many of us failed to collect evidence. Especially in regard to the anointing or God’s call on individuals’ lives. When decisions are made outside of the official court system, we have assumed God’s role. Not good at all.

In this business of relating to each other as humans, what may be prudent is inviting God’s intervention in sticky situations. Without all the facts, we don’t have the luxury of making assumptions about people’s calling or character. Ouch.

Siblings, it’s a tough one. But if we consider how we wish to be treated, it is fair. Let’s allow God to be God in deciding motives and levels of godliness. Our task is to love and intercede as God’s Spirit leads.

Point to Ponder

Is it time to repent of making value judgements about others? Let’s get to praying now.

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May all we seek be found in Christ