7 Things to Know About Matthew 7

1. The Plank and the Speck (Judge Not)

Jesus forbids hypocritical, condemning judgment. The main lesson is to practice radical self-correction first. Before criticizing a minor fault (a "speck") in someone else, you must deal with your own major faults (the "plank" or log). True moral help can only be offered after you have honestly evaluated yourself.

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