IC.28-The Imitation of Christ, 28—Rash Judgment & Words

<p>For additional notes and resources check out Douglas’ <a href="https://www.douglasjacoby.com/ic-28-the-imitation-of-christ-28/" target="_blank"><strong>website.</strong></a></p><p>Today's podcast (12 mins) is on "Avoiding Rash Judgment" (Book 1, Chapter 14), "On Restraint of Our Words" (Book 1, Chapter 10), and "On Avoiding Gossip" (Book 3, Chapter 24).</p><p><strong>Scripture</strong>: Matt 7:1-2; Jas 3:7-9; Matt 26:41; Eph 4:29; John 21:22; Rom 14:12; Ecc 1:14; John 2:25; Rev 3:20; 1 Pet 4:7.<strong>Thought questions</strong>:* Am I aware of how my own issues (and inner confusion or turmoil) affect the accuracy of my thoughts? Or am I overconfident in my judgment, usually assuming that my first impression or response is on track?* How conscientiously do I attempt to cultivate empathy with others, including seeing the matter from <i>his</i> or <i>her</i> point of view?* Am I easily drawn into the "drama" of others, at times when discussion is actually fruitless?* Do I gossip? Do I listen to gossip? Am I allured by the gossip of the world (in glossy magazines, sports stats, political opinions, talk about people behind their backs...)?* Do I "watch and pray" in order not to idle way our time?* When I am in a conversation, do I tend to steer it in a spiritual direction, or away from such a direction?* Do I have friends of "kindred minds and spirits"?* In my attempts to share with others, am I truly communicating, or simply racking up relationships, seeking to be popular or well-connected? <p>Next: <i>&quot;On Desiring Eternal Life&quot; (Book 3, Chapter 49)</i></p></p>