Good morning -
It's just not fair; the wicked prosper and good people are often oppressed and mistreated. More than once I've questioned God's fairness, and apparently I'm not the only one to do so:
"Righteous are You, O LORD, that I would plead my case with You; Indeed I would discuss matters of justice with You: Why has the way of the wicked prospered? Why are all those who deal in treachery at ease? You have planted them, they have also taken root; They grow, they have even produced fruit. You are near to their lips But far from their mind." (Jeremiah 12:1-2)
Jeremiah's words have a familiar ring to them. We've all considered the same questions ourselves. The injustices of life perplex and trouble the soul of any godly man or woman. But dare we be as honest as Jeremiah?:
"But You know me, O LORD; You see me; And You examine my heart's attitude toward You. Drag them off like sheep for the slaughter And set them apart for a day of carnage!" (Jeremiah 12:3)
"You know what I'm thinking, Lord, so I might as well say what I'm thinking: give 'em what they deserve!" That may sound a little too honest but you and I both know that we've contemplated such thoughts. The soul of a righteous person cries out for justice in an unjust world. And justice will one day come:
"if they will really learn the ways of My people, to swear by My name ... they will be built up in the midst of My people. But if they will not listen, then I will uproot that nation, uproot and destroy it," declares the LORD." (Jeremiah 12:16-17)
Slow as it may seem from our perspective, God's justice is certain and destined to ultimately be carried out. A kingdom perspective reminds us of this important fact: "For the earth will be filled With the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, As the waters cover the sea." (Habakkuk 2:14)
Stand in the hope of coming justice amidst today's injustice. Let the "righteous indignation" within move you to the most responsible action of all: sharing the good news of the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ. And when we are prone to be discouraged over life's injustices, praying the words of our Lord are the most reassuring: "Your kingdom come".
Looking for the ultimate justice amidst today's injustice,
Pastor Steve
It's just not fair; the wicked prosper and good people are often oppressed and mistreated. More than once I've questioned God's fairness, and apparently I'm not the only one to do so:
"Righteous are You, O LORD, that I would plead my case with You; Indeed I would discuss matters of justice with You: Why has the way of the wicked prospered? Why are all those who deal in treachery at ease? You have planted them, they have also taken root; They grow, they have even produced fruit. You are near to their lips But far from their mind." (Jeremiah 12:1-2)
Jeremiah's words have a familiar ring to them. We've all considered the same questions ourselves. The injustices of life perplex and trouble the soul of any godly man or woman. But dare we be as honest as Jeremiah?:
"But You know me, O LORD; You see me; And You examine my heart's attitude toward You. Drag them off like sheep for the slaughter And set them apart for a day of carnage!" (Jeremiah 12:3)
"You know what I'm thinking, Lord, so I might as well say what I'm thinking: give 'em what they deserve!" That may sound a little too honest but you and I both know that we've contemplated such thoughts. The soul of a righteous person cries out for justice in an unjust world. And justice will one day come:
"if they will really learn the ways of My people, to swear by My name ... they will be built up in the midst of My people. But if they will not listen, then I will uproot that nation, uproot and destroy it," declares the LORD." (Jeremiah 12:16-17)
Slow as it may seem from our perspective, God's justice is certain and destined to ultimately be carried out. A kingdom perspective reminds us of this important fact: "For the earth will be filled With the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, As the waters cover the sea." (Habakkuk 2:14)
Stand in the hope of coming justice amidst today's injustice. Let the "righteous indignation" within move you to the most responsible action of all: sharing the good news of the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ. And when we are prone to be discouraged over life's injustices, praying the words of our Lord are the most reassuring: "Your kingdom come".
Looking for the ultimate justice amidst today's injustice,
Pastor Steve
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