Justice Is Part of God's Heart

God began calling me to do justice, specifically by joining the fight against human trafficking after I saw posters of missing women and children line the walls of an airport. Once I saw their names and faces, I couldn’t unsee all those women and children because when you look, you can look away, but when you see, you can never unsee. I knew I had to do something.

God then used the story of the Good Samaritan to guide me further.¹ While the Levite and the Priest kept walking past the man lying on the other side of the road, the Samaritan crossed the road to help the man. He took initiative. He went out of his way. He showed mercy.

Who is it that God wants you to cross the road and help? God is urging us to move beyond religious rituals into tangible expressions of our relationship with him—and that includes justice. Doing justice isn’t just a calling for some select people; it’s at the core of what it means for each of us to follow God. His heart beats with passion for the oppressed. He is the defender of the weak, the provider for the vulnerable, and an advocate for those with no voice. From Genesis to Revelation, his heart for justice is undeniable. Let today be the day your heart aligns with his heart for justice.

Reflection

What steps can you take to mirror God’s heart for justice in your daily life?

Prayer

Lord, thank you for being the defender of the weak and the champion of the oppressed. Help me to align my life with your heart for justice. Open my eyes to the needs around me and give me the courage to act. Use me to be a reflection of your love, mercy, and justice in the world. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.

References:

1. Luke 10