Matthew 5:20–26
You have heard that it was said to those of
ancient times, "You shall not murder"; and
"whoever murders shall be liable to judgement." But I
say to you that if you are angry with a brother or sister, you will be liable
to judgement; and if you insult a brother or sister, you will be liable to the
council; and if you say, "You fool", you will be
liable to the hell of fire. So when you are offering your gift at the altar, if
you remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your
gift there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your brother or
sister, and then come and offer your gift. Come to terms quickly with your
accuser while you are on the way to court with him, or your accuser may hand
you over to the judge, and the judge to the guard, and you will be thrown into
prison. Truly I tell you, you will never get out until you have paid the last
penny."
Reflection
How do I judge others?
Do I look into my heart and ask for the
grace I need to be able to forgive?