Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—James 2:8-13
by: Kennedy Ochs.
Part of being human is to struggle with sin and to make mistakes. Therefore, when we correct one another, we must recognize the humanity in each other first, before we judge. Casting judgement and punishment at the first sign of sin does not acknowledge the potential for growth innate within us. There are times when judgement is called for, but our decision should be guided by our desire to follow God more and more. God has made us with the ability to improve ourselves; to allow Him to make us more like Himself. Showing mercy is part of our instruction from God. We are to show mercy as He has been merciful with us.