Judgement
There’s something in the word judgement. Studying words has made me understand that there is power in them and their definitions. This specific word, being a homonym, uses multiple definitions to convey a singular point. In biblical studies, this becomes extremely important so to understand specifically what the Lord is saying.
One of the clear examples of that comes in the book of Philippians 1:9-10. It is written:
And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgement; that ye may approve things that are excellent; that ye may be sincere and without offence till the day of Christ.
- Philippians 1:9 - 10
The key word in this entire verse is the word judgement. The first interpretation of that word in this verse is the level of personal judgement. It is how we make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions. As we know of our own sinful nature, our judgement isn’t perfect. The only way to have proper judgement is to base yourself purely and solely in the Word of God. It’s the entire context of the first part of the verse.
Now what adds complexity is the second definition of the word judgement. That would be the legal definition, which is a decision of a court or judge. It applies since Yahweh is the judge of all things and ruler of all. To abound more in knowledge. approve things that are excellent and be sincere without offence till the day of Christ is because you know the law and the judgement that the Lord is preparing for the end times.
Knowledge is powerful and judgement is important.
Associated Bible Verses: Colossians 1:9, 2 Peter 1:5 - 6, Philemon 1:6
Think About It: Do I base myself on my own judgements or Yahweh’s judgements? What do I know about God’s law? What decisions do I make that I don’t include the Lord in, and how do I do better?
Prayer: This week, focus on knowledge and God’s law. May you understand being able to live in the ways that He has planned for you. Pray so that the Lord may present yourself and fill you with His knowledge, wisdom and presence in your life.