The subject of justice has always held a deep fascination for me. Yet, it wasn’t until my ordination ceremony in 2017 that I began to understand why. This was a pivotal moment. I stood before the presbytery when the minister asked me a question. It struck a profound chord within me: “Do you have a justice calling on you?” From there, an extraordinary blessing unfolded, one framed not only in human terms but in divine imagery.
The minister spoke of an angel standing beside me, its hands holding the iconic scales of justice. This ethereal vision carried weight far beyond its symbolism. It was a declaration. It was like a mantle of purpose being placed upon my shoulders. The words spoken that day resonated with clarity: I was being called to render justice with wisdom and righteousness. This journey would not always be comfortable. The minister acknowledged that my decisions will not always receive universal approval. Yet, they would be grounded in fairness and integrity.
What followed was an invocation that stirred my spirit. The angelic presence was described as a partner, a guide through uncharted realms of spiritual discernment. It was a call to expand my vision beyond logic and intellect, to embrace divine strategies and perceptions. As this mantle of justice was figuratively draped across my shoulders, I felt the enormity of the task ahead. This task transcended human reasoning. It required divine partnership.
The minister’s prayer was for my vision to sharpen. They prayed for wisdom and perception to flow from a place of divine connection. This should come rather than from mere human understanding. They spoke of justice as more than a concept. It was a living, active force. I was being equipped to judge righteously with fairness and love. The prayer was also a reminder. Justice is not always about the applause of others. It involves staying true to the principles of righteousness. As John stated in John 7:24, “Do not judge by appearances, but judge with right judgment.”
As the moment deepened, another image was revealed: a key within my heart. This key, I was told, would unlock new dimensions of love—a love aligned with the Father’s heart. Justice, then, was not just about balance. It was rooted in compassion and divine love. This life-changing force can see beyond human imperfections and limitations.
This experience redefined my understanding of justice. Justice is not merely about weighing right and wrong. It involves partnering with the divine to administer fairness by sharing Biblical truth. This is done with wisdom, kindness, and humility. It is about seeing through spiritual eyes. It involves cultivating a love that underpins every decision. We must trust that clarity and righteousness will prevail, even when the path is fraught with challenges.
Justice, as I now see it, is a calling. It is a mantle that brings with it the responsibility to serve. It also requires one to discern and to remain steadfast in truth. It is a journey of faith. This journey requires openness to divine guidance. It also demands a commitment to love as the ultimate measure of all things.
May the love of God shine through us, bringing hope, healing, and transformation to those around us. Amen.
Minister A. Francine Green
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