It is so foolish to believe that anyone is better than someone else. Sometimes our pride gets in the way so much, that we don’t realize what other people are really like. There are times individuals put themselves on such a high pedestal, that I believe that some people may be very surprised one day when they get to heaven.
The following poem is a good reminder of the foolishness of judging others. Let it serve as a reminder to us all.
Judge Not
I was shocked, confused, bewildered
As I entered Heaven’s door,
Not by the beauty of it all,
Nor the lights or its decor.
But it was the folks in Heaven
Who made me sputter and gasp–
The thieves, the liars, the sinners,
The alcoholics and the trash.
There stood the kid from seventh grade..
Who swiped my lunch money twice.
Next to him was my old neighbor
Who never said anything nice.
Herb, who I always thought
Was rotting away in hell,
Was sitting pretty on cloud nine,
Looking incredibly well.
I nudged Jesus, ‘What’s the deal?
I would love to hear Your take.
How’d all these sinners get up here?
God must’ve made a mistake.
‘And why’s everyone so quiet,
So somber – give me a clue.’
‘Hush, child,’ He said, ‘they’re all in shock.
No one thought they’d be seeing you.’
Have a wonderful and rewarding day!
Reblogged this on It Is What It Is and commented:
Never judge others … ‘The following poem is a good reminder of the foolishness of judging others. Let it serve as a reminder to us all.’
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Ha! True.
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I love this! It’s a good lesson to share so I’ve done that on my social media platforms
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Now … I really loved this ❤
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Judge not , lest ye be judged.
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Reblogged this on John Barleycorn and commented:
A great old story that merits repeating. Jesus surrounded himself with sinners, a fact many are unaware of.
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Another thoughtful post. Thank you, friend.
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chuck..I haven’t forgotten about the story that you sent me. I will be posting it on my blog soon…I promise!!
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I’m smiling.
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Makes total sense if one has an opinion of themselves higher than they ought to! Sobering story in truth!
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