Why Christians Should Not Judge Others (Matthew 7 Explained)

Episode 7 — Wisdom, Prayer, and the Solid FoundationWelcome back to Bible Chapter by Chapter! In Matthew Chapter 7 (WEB), Jesus concludes the Sermon on the Mount with powerful lessons on judgment, discernment, prayer, truth, and obedience.He warns against hypocrisy, encourages persistence in prayer, reveals the Golden Rule, and calls us to build our lives on the rock of obedience.📖 Read Matthew 7 (WEB):👉 https://ebible.org/web/MAT07.htmIn This EpisodeThe difference between discernment and condemnationAsk, Seek, Knock — a call to persistent prayerThe Golden Rule and active compassionThe narrow gate — faith through surrenderFalse prophets and discerning by fruit“I never knew you” — the danger of empty religionThe wise and foolish builders — obedience as the true foundationJudge gently, not arrogantly — mercy sees clearly.Pray persistently — the Father delights to give good gifts.Walk the narrow road — it’s hard, but it leads to life.Discern truth by fruit, not appearance.Build obedience now — storms reveal the strength of your foundation.0:00 – Introduction & Prayer1:00 – Do not judge3:30 – Pearls before pigs5:00 – Ask, Seek, Knock7:00 – The Golden Rule8:30 – The Narrow Gate10:00 – False Prophets12:00 – “I Never Knew You”14:00 – Building on the Rock16:00 – Reflection & PrayerBible Chapter by Chapter is a calm, reflective podcast that takes you through the Bible one chapter at a time.Each episode features the World English Bible, clear commentary, and prayer to help you listen, reflect, and grow in faith.🎧 Available on: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts📖 Translation: World English Bible (Public Domain)🎙️ Host: Christopher Hintsala✨ “Storms reveal what construction concealed. Build now—on the rock.”Join us next time for Matthew Chapter 8, where Jesus’ words become action through miracles, healing, and compassion.#BibleChapterByChapter #Matthew7 #SermonOnTheMount #BiblePodcast #ChristianPodcast #WorldEnglishBible #AskSeekKnock #BuildOnTheRock #BibleStudy #ChristianEncouragement #JesusTeachingsBible Chapter by Chapter, Matthew 7, Sermon on the Mount, Judge not, Ask seek knock, Golden Rule, Narrow gate, False prophets, I never knew you, Build on the rock, Wise and foolish builders, Jesus teaching, World English Bible, Bible podcast, Christian podcast, Bible explained, Scripture reflection, Bible study, Christian teaching, Daily devotion, Faith and obedience, Spiritual growth, Gospel of Matthew, Chris Hintsala, Bible commentary, Christian encouragement, Jesus words