Real People In A Real World Part 4: Judgment Versus Judgmentalism (1 Corinthians 6:1-11)

It may seem like a shocking statement, but judgment within the church isn't actually our problem; the real problem is often the lack of it. We're not talking about a condemning, self-righteous judgment, but the wise and just judgment of the Spirit. In 1 Corinthians 6 Paul emphasizes that we really need good and wise judges to resolve issues in the church, and he has some good advice on how we should go about this in a way that is merciful yet firm. God Himself has proclaimed His gracious judgment over the church, affirming that we have been washed, sanctified, justified, no longer sinners but saints. Whatever issues and conflict we face within the church we take on together from this place of security, partnered with God and His wise judgment.