Therefore you have no excuse, o man, every one of who judges. For in passing judgment on another you condemn yourself, because you, the judge, practice the very same things. All people have sinned against God. God died to save all sins. Those of us that think we are better than others because of the fact that we think we know more about God is wrong. Accepting the fact that we are equal in God's eyes is the first step to humbling oneself before an almighty God. We are equal in God's eyes because all have sinned and fall short of His glory. (Romans 3:23). The reason that the people were so divided and paul was addressing the issues in 1:18-32 and carrying into chapter 2 was the fact that the jews did not see themselves equal to those now involved in the church (the gentiles). Paul adresses that yes, the gentiles have sins that they are dealing with, but so do you. You are all equal in God's eyes, and He died for all of you. Do you suppose, o man,-you who judge those who practice such things and yet do them yourself-that you will escape the judgment of God? Nothing saves us from God's judgment. He is called to judge everyone fairly and justly. What He wants is this; Because of his death on the cross, He gives us the ability to spend eternity with Him. His death cleansed all sins, past, present, and future. God wants us to surrender our lives to Him as he purchased us with his blood. If we are so caught up in other's doings, are we really keeping an eye on ourselves, making sure that we are growing and doing what He wants to do in our lives. It is not hearers of the law who are righteous before God, but the doers that will be justified. (Romans 2:13). I think based on this passage it's important to check oneself. Am I actively learning about God, and striving to maintain the life that He wants me to have? Am I watching myself closely, examing my heart, to make sure that nothing is holding me back from hearing the Holy spirit's will? Am I watching others to closely, and not really examining my own needs?

Dear Lord,
You are an amazing God. You give us so much everyday to learn about how much You love us. Thank you for your word, and compassion, love, and mercy. God, I pray that I don't fall under the category of hyprocritical Christian. God, I wish to live my life for You. Examine my heart, show me my shortcomings so that I may not sin against You. God, I pray that those who are involved in my life would see You through my actions, and that I wouldn't be the hyprocritical Christian. Give me an authentic faith that can only come from You.
Zeke