Judgment or Discernment? How to Know the Difference

Send us Fan Mail (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2138819/fa...) Have you ever felt a check in your spirit about someone—but ignored it because you were afraid you were judging them? Or have you called something “discernment,” only to have the Holy Spirit later reveal that it was actually judgment? In this Matthew 7 Bible study, we tackle one of Jesus’ most quoted—and often misunderstood—commands: “Do not judge.” What did Jesus actually mean? And how do we reconcile that command with His instruction to recognize false prophets by their fruit? We’ll explore the difference between biblical discernment and self-righteous judgment, why Jesus tells us to examine the log in our own eye first, and what it means to avoid “casting your pearls before swine.” I’ll also take you into an original-language Bible word study of anakrinō in 1 Corinthians 2:14 and show you how to use Greek word studies, context, and Scripture to develop Spirit-led discernment for yourself. But Matthew 7 ultimately brings us to an even deeper question. Jesus describes people who prophesied, cast out demons, and performed mighty works in His name—yet He said: “I never knew you.” Could we become so focused on doing things FOR Jesus that we neglect our life WITH Jesus? In this episode, we'll talk about spiritual fruit, false prophets, the narrow road, knowing Jesus, walking in love, and what mature Christian discipleship actually looks like. Your Higher Pursuit Challenge: Choose one word from Matthew 7 this week and do your own word study. Don't just listen—dig into the Word for yourself. #Matthew7 #BiblicalDiscernment #ChristianDiscernment #BibleStudy #DoNotJudge #JudgingOthers #SermonOnTheMount #HowToStudyTheBible #BibleTeaching #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth #KnowJesus #HigherPursuit Support the show (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2138819/su...) 🌟 Stay Connected & Go Deeper! 🌟 Loved this episode? There’s more where that came from! 🎧✨ Connect with me for more faith-filled encouragement, practical insights, and exclusive content: Explore more + free resources here: https://linktr.ee/cecily.lachapelle ✅ Watch on YouTube ✅ Dive into my website ✅ Follow on social media for more inspiration Your journey doesn’t stop here—let’s keep growing together! 💛 Click the link now! 👆 ✅ Please consider supporting the show with a monthly donation. 💛  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2138819/su...