The Bible offers two seemingly contradictory commands regarding judgment. Jesus strictly forbids self-righteous, hypocritical judgment of the heart ("Do not judge, so that you will not be judged" - Matthew 7:1), which is reserved for God alone. However, He and the apostles mandate wise, discerning judgment of actions and teachings within the church ("Test everything; hold fast to what is good" - 1 Thessalonians 5:21). A Christian must never judge a person's worth or salvation, but is required to discern behavior and doctrines, especially within the Christian community, to uphold biblical standards.  

The perception that some Christians feel superior is a failure to live out the Gospel, which teaches humility and servanthood (Philippians 2:3). This attitude is rooted in human pride, often confusing God’s unconditional acceptance of the believer (salvation) with their own performance (sanctification). True Christian identity is not defined by judgment of others, but by acknowledging one's own great sin and extending the same grace received to all people (Romans 3:23-24).