We are not to look for the evil things in others. We are not to see others through the warped glasses of prejudice and unkindly feeling. We are not to arrogate to ourselves the function of judging, as if men were answerable to us. We are to avoid a critical or censorious spirit. Nothing is said against speaking of the good in those we see and know; it is uncharitable judging and speaking, which Jesus condemns.
— J.R. Miller (1840–1912), Pastor, Autor
Related Bible passage: MAT.7.1
Topics: Guilt & Forgiveness, Love
Occasions: For Reflection
J.R. Miller
Hinter dem Eintrag steht der US-amerikanische presbyterianische Pastor und Herausgeber James Russell Miller (1840–1912), der vor allem in Philadelphia wirkte und in manchen Bibelmodulen fälschlich als „John“ geführt wird. Er erlangte durch zahlreiche Andachtsbücher weite Bekanntheit, in denen er eine praktische Frömmigkeit, Sanftmut und die seelsorgerliche Bewältigung von Lebenskrisen betonte. Für heutige Bibelleser bieten seine Texte leicht zugängliche Anregungen zur persönlichen Nachfolge Christi und zur gelebten Nächstenliebe im Alltag.
All quotes by J.R. Miller (10)
I am the prodigal son every time I search for unconditional love where it cannot be found.
Henri Nouwen
There are two ways to do good: to give and to forgive.
Augustine of Hippo
God counts on your failure far more than you do yourself.
Hans Peter Royer
The church is a hospital for sinners, not a museum for saints.
Tim Keller
Forgiveness means allowing the other person not to have to be God.
Henri Nouwen
Love keeps no record of wrongs, but bitterness keeps detailed accounts.
Craig Groeschel
John Newton
Tim Keller