From Splinters to Beams: Examining Our Judgement of Others

 From Splinters to Beams: Examining Our Judgement of Others

"From Splinters to Beams: Examining Our Judgement of Others" is an eye-catching title that hints at an exploration of Jesus' teaching to "first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother's eye" (Matthew 7:5). 

Some ways the essay could elaborate on this title:

  Discuss how we often judge others harshly for minor flaws while being blind to major flaws of our own

 

 Examine the roots of judgmental attitudes like pride, hypocrisy, and self-righteousness

  

Challenge readers to turn scrutiny inward to address personal weaknesses and growth areas 

 

 Reference the story of the adulterous woman brought to Jesus, where he says "Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her” (John 8:7)

 

 Suggest a nonjudgmental posture with a focus on grace, understanding, and personal accountability

 

 Make applications to reduce gossip, criticism, contempt, and other forms of toxic judgment against people

The title sets the stage for a thoughtful self-reflection on pointing fingers at others while perhaps struggling with bigger issues ourselves that obstruct our vision - a timeless scriptural message to consider applying. There is lots of biblical source material to incorporate in elaborating this concept.