Written by Mark D. Roberts, a contemporary author and speaker.
As we do our daily work, whatever our role or responsibility, we remember God’s commitment to “maintain the cause of the needed” and “execute justice for the poor.” We seek to do our work in a way that benefits all people and advances the cause of God’s justice in the world. God is especially committed to justice for those who are often treated unjustly, people with little power, money, or influence…Because God cares for those who are vulnerable, we who belong to God will do the same. In Psalm 82:3-4 God gives us our marching orders, “Give justice to the weak and the orphan; maintain the right of the lowly and the destitute. Rescue the weak and the needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked.” Thus, as we acknowledge God’s commitment to justice for the poor, we also promise to reflect this commitment in how we live and work.
Prayer:
Written by Mark D. Roberts, the author of today’s meditation.
Gracious God, you do indeed love and care for all people. You do not show favoritism to people of wealth, power, and influence. In fact, you make it abundantly clear in Scripture that you are particularly committed to justice for those who are often victims of injustice. Thank you, dear Lord, for your care for the poor, the needy, the powerless, and the marginalized. As one who has been saved through your righteousness, I seek to be upright, to live in all of life in a way that reflects who you are. Help me, I pray, to do my work in a way that is consistent with your commitment to justice. May I have vision to see my work, not merely in terms of my own advantage or that of my organization, but also as a way to bless the poor and the disadvantaged. As I pray for my own work, Lord, I also pray that more opportunities will come for people to do good work, work that supplies their needs and serves others well. Bless those organizations that see their work as a way of blessing others. Amen.
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