And one other thing

Paul is on a roll in verses Romans 1:29-32 listing 21 reasons for God’s judgment of mankind. Then he goes on to chapter 2:1 and brings up another reason, passing judgment (in a critical spirit). Man’s judgment of others is hypocritical and based on human standards, but God’s judgment rests on truth (Romans 2:2). Man's judgments are usually unfair, rash, inappropriate, ungrounded and unfavorable.

This week we are studying, “Who Needs the Gospel? They Do Too!”, out of Romans 2:1-29. Today’s culture advocates "tolerance" and one of its core values is fairness. The culture teaches us not to judge. Here is one support of that perspective. But in what sense can judgment by Christians be Biblical? This perspective is given here (note the study questions offered). See also 1Cor 2:15, 5:12. Both perspectives are treated here. What do you think?

A daily student study guide for this week’s lesson is available from bible.org at Romans 2:1-29. I’m going to send it to my class. Some will enjoy working thru it this week.