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The Mercy Over Judgment Series: Eight Conversations with Author Shannon Popkin Part 1: Why We Judge

Why do we find it so easy to judge others—and so difficult to receive God's mercy for ourselves? In this opening episode of our special Mercy Over Judgment series, Sue Lindsey and Linda Maynard welcome author and Bible teacher Shannon Popkin for an honest conversation about one of the most universal struggles in the Christian life: judgmentalism.

Together, they explore why our culture feels more divided than ever, the difference between biblical discernment and a critical spirit, and how pride quietly fuels our tendency to compare ourselves with others. Shannon shares the personal experiences that inspired her to write Kinda Judgy and explains why the answer to our judgmental hearts isn't lowering God's standards—it's encountering His extravagant mercy.

You'll also discover why the Bible's greatest invitation isn't simply to know right from wrong, but to walk closely with God and allow Him to reshape the way you see both yourself and others. Whether you've struggled with judging others, judging yourself, or understanding how to hold firmly to biblical truth while loving people well, this conversation offers biblical wisdom, practical encouragement, and a fresh glimpse of God's compassionate heart. Pull up a chair and join us as we begin a journey from judgment to mercy—one story at a time.

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