Understanding Divine Justice in Simple Terms
Let’s face it: the world isn’t always fair. Every day, we see stories of people getting hurt, powerful folks misusing their influence, and those with the least often suffering the most. But the Bible’s prophet Micah—who lived a long time ago—had something important to say about all this: in the end, justice will win out.
Life Isn’t Always Fair—And Micah Saw That Too
Micah looked around his own society and saw lots of problems we’d recognize today. There were rich people taking from the poor, leaders who twisted the rules to suit themselves, and people cheating others just to get ahead. Micah didn’t just ignore these things—he spoke up! He pointed out the unfairness and called on everyone to do better.
It’s pretty clear that these issues aren’t locked in the past. Even now, we see unfairness in our communities, in politics, and in the world at large. The lesson? Injustice is not new. But Micah’s message still rings true: these wrongs are seen by God, and they aren’t beyond fixing.
God’s Justice: A Real and Lasting Promise
What makes Micah’s words so powerful is his confidence that God’s justice is real, strong, and lasting. One of the Bible’s most famous lines comes from him: “What does God want from you? To do what is right, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God.” (Micah 6:8, in simple terms.) It’s straightforward, but it’s also a call to action. Justice isn’t just something for others to worry about—it’s for all of us.
God’s idea of justice isn’t just about punishing the bad stuff. It’s about fixing what’s broken, helping those who’ve been hurt, and making things right again. For anyone who’s been treated unfairly, this is a message of hope. God doesn’t turn a blind eye. The people who do wrong might seem to win for a while, but in the end, God’s justice wins out.
Speaking Up and Taking Action
Micah didn’t just talk about justice—he lived it. He knew that anyone who cares about God should care about fairness, too. And that means saying something when things are wrong, even if it’s tough. Today, that could look like standing up for someone being bullied, speaking out against unfair laws, or helping those in need.
But speaking up isn’t enough if it doesn’t come from a place of humility and compassion. It’s easy to get angry or self-righteous, but Micah teaches us to act with kindness and wisdom, making sure our efforts bring people together and help heal what’s broken.
We Are Not Forgotten
For anyone who feels like justice is out of reach—maybe you’ve been treated unfairly or seen loved ones suffering—Micah’s message is deeply comforting. He says that God sees every tear and every injustice. Even though it might take time, God promises to make things right.
There’s a beautiful passage where Micah talks about hope in the darkest times: “When I fall, I will rise. When I sit in darkness, the Lord will be my light.” In other words, even when things look hopeless, we can hold onto the promise that God is with us, and justice is coming.
Hope for the Future
Micah’s words don’t just point out what’s wrong; they offer a vision of hope. He tells us that justice will win—not because people are perfect, but because God is truly just. Our job? To be part of that work: treating others fairly, helping the vulnerable, and standing for what’s right.
In the end, Micah reminds us that the story isn’t finished yet. Justice will reign. Wrongdoing won’t have the last word. Each of us has a role to play, and with God leading the way, we can help bring a little more fairness and kindness into the world.
So, when you see injustice, remember Micah’s words. Stand up. Do what’s right. Trust that, sooner or later, justice will win—because God’s justice is stronger than any wrong in the world.
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Minister A Francine Green | July 2025
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