Justice – Page 5 – The Arnold Journey

Elusive Justice

Proverbs 17:15 One of the most elusive things on the planet is justice. Some societies strive very hard for it. Some make no attempts at all ruling by brute force. But built into the heart of every human being by the LORD is the desire for justice. It rises from deep inside us. EvenContinue reading “Elusive Justice”

Dragged Under

Proverbs 16:8 Justice is the foundation of our society. And yet in recent years justice has not always been served. Justice is slow even when it does happen. But this problem is not a new one, one unique to modern times and to affluent societies. Our proverb connects injustice with wealth. Remember, itContinue reading “Dragged Under”

Broken System of Justice

Proverbs 11:31 Be careful how you read. What is the first word of our text today? It is the word “if.” This is important because this places a condition on what is said. The content of the statement does not necessarily have to be true. And in this case it is not true. The righteousContinue reading “Broken System of Justice”

Give It To ‘em

Proverbs 3:27-30 Justice is one of the cornerstones of the Gospel message. It starts with very personal justice, the justice we show to those to whom we owe money. If you owe it, pay it! I once worked in an organization that lived by the philosophy of using other people’s money. They would purchase itemsContinue reading “Give It To ‘em”

The Twenty-Plus-Nine’s

Psalm 29, 59, 89, 119, 149 Today’s reading is the longest set of psalms in our series. So get ready to read. “Give it up to the LORD!” Almost like a late night TV show host introducing his next guest is how Psalm 29 begins. “Give a nice welcome to the LORD.” “Heeeerrrrres the LORD.” Continue reading “The Twenty-Plus-Nine’s”

The Twenty-Plus-Four’s

Psalm 24, 54, 84, 114, 144 There should be no doubt in the heart of a Jesus-follower about whose world this is. It is the LORD’s (Ps 24:1). And He has the right to set the qualifications for entry and in habiting His world. And He does (vv3-4). We must be clean by His standards,Continue reading “The Twenty-Plus-Four’s”

The Twenty-Plus-Two’s

Psalm 22, 52, 82, 112, 142 I think the worst feeling in the world is the feeling you get when you think God has left you. The words of Psalm 22 are spoken by Jesus as He hung on the Cross, bearing all our sin. As you read this psalm, listen for some of theContinue reading “The Twenty-Plus-Two’s”

The Ten-Plus-Seven’s

Psalm 17, 47, 77, 107, 137 Sometimes the best thing to do is pray (Ps 17). And notice the weaving of petition and an illustration of what the experience of the answer would be like. He is examined by the LORD (v3) and he has not compromised (v4). This is in response to his prayerContinue reading “The Ten-Plus-Seven’s”