5821 criticism, amongst believers
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Harsh criticism is out of place among believers, who are urged to see each other in the best possible light. Criticism of God arises from a failure to understand his actions and purposes.

Criticism forbidden among believers

James 5:9 See also Matthew 7:1-5 pp Luke 6:37-42; Romans 14:1-4,10-13; 1 Corinthians 10:10; Galatians 5:15; Philippians 2:14-16; James 4:11-12

Reacting to criticism

Some criticism can be disregarded

Ecclesiastes 7:21-22 See also 1 Corinthians 4:2-5; Colossians 2:16-18

Criticism can be dealt with by settling the dispute

Matthew 18:15 See also Proverbs 15:1

Integrity is a defence against criticism

Daniel 6:4 See also 2 Corinthians 8:20-21; Titus 2:7-8

Criticism can be constructive

Psalm 141:5 See also Proverbs 10:17; Proverbs 15:5; Proverbs 27:6,9; Proverbs 28:23

Criticism and complaint directed against God

Criticism of God for his apparent injustice

Deuteronomy 1:26-27 See also Jeremiah 20:7-9; Jonah 4:1-4; Habakkuk 1:1-4,12-17; Malachi 3:13-15; Romans 9:19-21; Isaiah 29:16; Isaiah 45:9

Criticism of God for his apparent disregard of his people's plight

Isaiah 40:27 See also Psalm 10:1; Psalm 13:1-2; Psalm 22:1-2; Psalm 42:9-10; Psalm 44:23-24; Psalm 74:10-11; Psalm 80:4-6; Psalm 108:11-12

See also

5265  complaints
5897  judging others
6115  blame



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