There’s Now No Condemnation
- caroline borishade
- Apr 22
- 2 min read
In life, we often face crossroads not just in our decision-making but also in understanding our identity. We may question who we are, who we are becoming, and who we truly are when no one is watching.
Years ago, when my children were young, I did everything I could to provide for them while working part-time to make ends meet. One day, I ran out of petrol and couldn't get to work. I realised I needed to reach out for help in that desperate moment.
I called a friend, but there was no answer. Then, a thought crossed my mind.
There was someone I knew, a man who had previously shown inappropriate interest in me. Feeling vulnerable and isolated, and with memories of past wounds resurfacing, I thought, “Just ask him. You'll pay him back. What harm could it do?”
Thank God he didn’t answer.
A few minutes later, my friend called back and offered her help. She showed up, and just like that, I was spared from a choice that could have led me down a very different path.
Later, the man returned my call. I told him it was simply an accident, but deep down, I recognise what I had avoided: confusion and a potential spiral into guilt, shame, or emotional manipulation.
So, why do I share this story?
Sometimes, it’s not about wanting to do something wrong; it’s about how circumstances can push you into a corner, leading you to consider actions you never thought you would.
This is why I refuse to judge another woman’s journey.
There’s No Condemnation Now
Romans 8:1 states:
“There is therefore now no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus…”
That verse is not just scripture; it’s a lifeline.
At Rise & Reclaim, we don’t point fingers,
We extend grace. We have all experienced “almost” moments and made decisions out of pain rather than peace. I genuinely understand.
Before you judge someone else, try to walk in their shoes. Carry their heart and ask how they arrived at their situation.
Mercy comes before judgment, and grace can rewrite the narrative.
If you have held onto shame, it is time to let it go. If you have made regretful decisions, remember that you can rise again. And if you have faced judgment, misunderstanding, or labels, I see you.
Written by: Caroline
Founder, Rise & Reclaim
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