GOD’S RIGHTEOUS JUDGMENT | Romans 2

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Commentary on Romans 2:1-2

Romans 2:1-2 (NIV)

  1. "You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, for at whatever point you judge another, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things."
  2. "Now we know that God’s judgment against those who do such things is based on truth."

In Romans 2, the apostle Paul turns his attention to the self-righteous, particularly those who might believe that because they are not engaged in the same sinful behaviors as others, they are exempt from judgment. Paul addresses those who are quick to pass judgment on others but fail to recognize that they are guilty of similar or even the same offenses.


Verse 1:

Paul begins by warning the self-righteous that they have no excuse for their judgmental attitudes. The key point is that when someone judges another, they are essentially condemning themselves, because they too are guilty of the same sins. Paul stresses that human judgment is flawed, as it often overlooks one's own faults while magnifying the faults of others. This leads to hypocrisy, as it overlooks the necessity of self-examination.

Verse 2:

Paul then underscores the certainty of God's judgment. Unlike human judgment, which can be clouded by bias or imperfection, God's judgment is grounded in absolute truth. His judgment will not be based on partiality, but on the reality of every individual's actions. Here, Paul reminds readers that God alone is the righteous judge, and He evaluates people's deeds with perfect justice and insight.

Key Themes:

  1. Hypocrisy in Judgment: Paul is urging against the hypocrisy of judging others while engaging in similar sinful behaviors. His message is clear: it is not our role to act as judges of others if we do not first examine ourselves.

  2. God's Righteous Judgment: God's judgment is always true, fair, and impartial. Unlike humans, God has perfect knowledge of every heart and every action.

  3. Call to Self-Examination: Rather than focusing on the faults of others, believers are called to examine their own hearts and actions, aligning them with God’s standard.

Theological Significance:

This passage emphasizes that judgment is reserved for God alone, and humans must not assume a role that belongs to God. It teaches the necessity of humility, repentance, and a proper understanding of the gospel: everyone is in need of God's mercy, regardless of how they perceive others' sins. The passage calls for the believer to practice grace and compassion rather than condemnation.

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