Judge Gently
 

Judge Gently

Pray don't find fault with the man

who limps or stumbles along the road

Unless you have worn the shoes he wears,

or struggled beneath his load.

There may be tacks in his shoes that hurt,

though hidden away from view,

Or the burden he bears...placed on your back,

might cause you to stumble too.

Don't sneer at the man who's down today,

unless you have felt the blow

That caused his fall or felt the shame

that only the fallen know.

You may be strong, but still the blows that

were his...if dealt to you,

In the selfsame way at the selfsame time

might cause you to stagger too.

Don't be too harsh with the man who sins

or pelt him with word or stone

Unless you are sure...yea doubly sure

that you have no sins of your own...

For you know...perhaps if the tempters

voice should whisper...

as softly to you

As it did to him...when he went astray

could cause you to falter too.

~author unknown~

Re: Judge Gently
 

As usual, well said. God grant me mercy and not judgment! :D

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I have always said, "if I err I hope it is on the side of mercy..."

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Matt. 5:7:
Jesus said, "Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy".

A very intelligent reason to be and show mercy.

Blessings,

Falla39

Re: Judge Gently
 

Words of wisdom Sis. A.:santathumb

Re: Judge Gently
 

Thanks Sis Alvear. Sometimes we all need a reminder.....

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I have always appreciated that poem from the first time I ever read it until now...

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Sister, you and your husband are in my prayers daily, your spirit here is priceless, as is his in person. Look forward to meeting you as well.

Thanks for all your posts!

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Thank you for such kind words. My husband enjoyed being with you all. Please remember Brazil in your prayers. Thanks so much.

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Sis Alvear,

I have always said & I still believe it today that the greatest sin a Christian deals with is not adultery, stealing, or lying, it is with self righteousness!

Very good words indeed.

Thank you!