What Should I do When I am Unfairly Judged?
The answer to this question is something I need to live out regularly on Twitter – @revtrev I’m writing a book called “Follow Me As I Follow Christ – a blueprint for Kingdom Influence on Twitter” and I needed to included this information.
So far, our focus has been on understanding how you can judge without condemning. But what are you to do when you’re condemned by others? You are going to be unfairly judged. So let’s address how to deal with it.
It’s so easy to be defensive and lash out. Hurt people hurt people. But you don’t have to. You can break the cycle. Here’s how: Ignore or Confront… but Forgive and Bless.
Let’s draw this out a bit…
Ignore
Nehemiah didn’t stop his work on the wall to confront those who unfairly spread lies about him. Maybe this is the tactic the Father has for you. Ask Him and obey what He says. But be careful if it’s in your personality to avoid conflict because you may just be assuming the Father is telling you to ignore it.
Confront
Jesus confronted the religious leaders of the day when they said it was by satan that He was casting out demons. Perhaps it serves the Father’s purpose for you to confront. Don’t do this because you enjoy it. You’re in the wrong place if you enjoy putting someone in his or her place. Still, don’t back away if the Father tells you to stand.
Forgive
We’re taught to forgive others for our sake, not for theirs. When we forgive others, Christ can forgive us. Forgiveness is not an option. You must forgive. If you want more information on this, check out my booklet “The Freedom of Forgiveness” or click on the Forgiveness link on this blog.
Bless them
Let’s let the words of Paul to the church in Rome expand this concept:
Do all that you can to live in peace with everyone. Dear friends, never take revenge. Leave that to the righteous anger of God. For the Scriptures say,
“I will take revenge; I will pay them back,” says the Lord. Instead, “If your enemies are hungry, feed them. If they are thirsty, give them something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals of shame on their heads. Don’t let evil conquer you, but conquer evil by doing good.
Romans 12:18-21 (New Living Translation)
It’s time I let you in on the secret of how to react when others judge you. That’s coming in the next post… need to keep you coming back 
Love to hear your comments.
My name is Trevor Lund. I'm a Christian Speaker, Author and Lead Dreamer for Expectancy Ministries. I love to impart hope and empower destiny with creative communication, memorable motivation and applicable inspiration.
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Hi Revtrev i am @vedominguez on twitter. my niece is going through a storm with her ex and his family. They continue to attack her and cause problems for her. I told her to not worry about it. i will share this story with her god loves us so much he will protect her from the enemy.
I’m praying for your niece. It’s never anyone’s role to be a doormat. I’ll be sharing some tools that will help in the ugliest of situations, but the battle is in our head and heart to respond in a way that is counter to an offended spirit. Thanks for sharing and keep in touch.
Apropos your comment about the status of “doormat”, Trevor, I once heard people who are one of those those described as members of the “Dependent Order Of Really Miserable And Timid Souls”.
When people in Jesus’ time described Him as “meek” they didn’t mean what many people hear nowadays.
You’ll help me if I mis-speak but I understand the Biblical Greek for “meek” is the word that also would have been used to describe a wild Arabian stallion that had been tamed and was under control.
Shalom!
@EaglesFlightOne