Determing who your idol is may have a lot to do with who the judges are. Below are a few common judges. Remember, if your judge is anyone other than God, you're performing life for the wrong person.

Who's your judge?

Ourselves


Often, people see themselves as the judge of their lives.

Rationale:
"I am a pretty good person"

Misconception:
Gaining God's acceptance is all about how good I am


Others


Or, people allow others to be their judge

Rationale:
"You are like me, so you must be OK"

Misconception:
Gaining the acceptance of others = God's acceptance


Wise people understand that God is the ultimate judge

Rationale: "And the heavens declare His righteousness, For God Himself is judge" ~ Psalm 50:6, The Bible

Misconception:
I can't see God, so His opinion isn't that important