As human beings, we wrestle with our imperfections each day. We may wonder: Who am I to judge another, when I walk so imperfectly myself? This is rooted in humility, speaks to the heart of our shared experience.
The Humbling Reality of Imperfection:
The Gospel of Matthew echo this deep truth: “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?” (Matthew 7:3). Judgment often arises from our own insecurities. None of us are immune to imperfection. To recognize this is to move from a place of self-righteousness to one of empathy and grace. When we walk with humility, we acknowledge that we too are works in progress.
We can choose to make someone smile by sharing a memory, an act of kindness, or a moment of genuine care. This simple gesture reminds us that our connections are not built on perfection, but on shared humanity and moments of grace that weave us together.
If ever we could visualize from God’s Perspective:
In HIS infinite wisdom, God sees full scope of our lives. HE sees us not just in fragments, but also as part of a larger more intricate way that HE understands perfectly. We may think we know the answers, but time and again, HE shows us that there is more to learn.
Consider how often our worldview is shaped by our own limited experiences. Our perspectives are shaped by culture, upbringing, and personal history—often leading us to make judgments or assumptions that don’t fully capture the truth. God, however, is not bound by these limitations.
On life’s journey, we will always have the confused, the lost, and the broken. Some struggle with faith, or may be dealing with the trials of life. We are called to remember that our role is not to judge or condemn, but to care for the poor, the broken, and the confused. Jesus HIMSELF walked among the marginalized, them whom society often ignored.
HIS love doesn’t discriminate between the “good” and the “bad” in the way we often do. HIS love is extended to all—especially to those who are struggling. When we care for the poor, the vulnerable, and those who are lost, we become instruments of God’s love, reflecting the compassion HE has for all people.
The Apostle Paul speaks of this humility in his letters, acknowledging that we see “in part” (1 Corinthians 13:12). The more we embrace the reality of our own limitations, the more open we are to receiving wisdom from others.
I’ve personally found that striving to stay humble and open to learning has made my life deeper. Like being freed from the confines of a “self-imposed prison,” trapped in our own belief. God, in HIS infinite wisdom, is the true source of knowledge, and when we submit ourselves to HIS guidance, we become more attuned to HIS voice and HIS will.
As the Psalmist declares, “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105). We could not have made it this far on our own, and this truth ought to fill us with gratitude.
God doesn’t merely point us in the right direction; HE accompanies us, step by step, showing us the way. When we reflect on how far we’ve come, we see that it is not by our own strength or wisdom, but by HIS guidance that we’ve made it this far.
So, let us remember: Who am I to judge another? Instead, let us walk alongside each other, offering kindness, understanding, and grace, trusting that God’s infinite compassion will lead us all to the truth.
Previously mentioned Scripture:
Matthew 7:3
New International Version
3 “ “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?”
1 Corinthians 13:12
King James Version
12 “For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known.”
Psalm 119:105
Living Bible
105 “Your words are a flashlight to light the path ahead of me and keep me from stumbling.”