So many times we have heard the phrase, "...Love the Sinner, and Hate the Sin..." That phrase is actually not located anywhere in the Bible. Although the principal of it is very sound. It is a fairly simple concept, that most followers of The Way find themselves struggling against. It is so very easy to judge others and find fault. I myself fight this on a constant and daily basis. Especially in light of recent events, I have heard some appalling things emanate from the mouths of Christians. Things that in no way are becoming of what a Christian should act like. What we need to remember are these few things. Jude 1:22–23 says “Be merciful to those who doubt; save others by snatching them from the fire; to others show mercy, mixed with fear—hating even the clothing stained by corrupted flesh.” This verse to me says, that we should hate sin, but try to save the sinner. Maybe this is where the cliche' phrase "...Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin..." comes from? We need to remember, that even though we are Christians, we are still imperfect beings born into a world of sin. And that the Lord our God, still loves us. It is just as easy for us to sin, as it is for someone who is not a believer. To think that being a Christian makes you better than someone else, above them; is just plain wrong, and prideful. Pride can be a sin, let's not forget. You aren't better than others. You should be an example of compassion, and understanding. Not a poster child for Judgement and social elitism. Jesus died for ALL of us. Not just those that believe. We are all forgiven by the blood of the Lamb. Remember, "...Judge not, lest ye be Judged..."
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