Another word to add that adds to this description of judgment that is not commended by Jesus is the hypocritical judge. This is not to say that one must be perfect or flawless before using “righteous judgment.” But, we must humbly recognize and acknowledge our own faults and seek the removal of sin in our own lives before being so willing to remove it from others. So Jesus is not saying that we are not to judge under any circumstances. He is saying we must consider focusing on our own sins before considering others. So, He said, “First take the log out of your own eye, then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your brother’s eye” (Matthew 78:5).
It is very common for us to note how “terrible” some people’s behavior is, but overlook our own shortcomings and sometimes, the very same behavior. We often inflate and magnify the faults of others while at the same time underestimating our own. Jesus urges us to look at ourselves before we take a look at others. Before even attempting to correct someone else, we
must first deal with any areas of disobedience in our life. Because if we are
committing the same sin, we will be judged for it in the same way and degree as
we gave it.
Matthew 7:1-2 reads, “Do not judge or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” We have no business judging the motives of others and passing a final judgment on others. God, alone, has the right and ability to carry out that task. We will all stand to be judged by God (1 Cor. 5:10) in the future and He will be using the same standard of measurement we used to evaluate others when He judges us. It means if you are gracious in dealing with the failures and shortcomings of other people, you will also receive mercy when the Lord evaluates your life at the judgment seat of Christ. While examining ourselves, it is then acceptable to note the fault of others who are our brothers and sisters.