How can I work effectively for justice?

Amos 5:21, 24“I hate all your show and pretense—the hypocrisy of your religious festivals and solemn assemblies. . . . Instead, I want to see a mighty flood of justice, an endless river of righteous living.”

We can work effectively for justice by making justice a top priority.

Psalm 82:3“Give justice to the poor and the orphan; uphold the rights of the oppressed and the destitute.”

We can work effectively for justice by speaking out against injustice.

Psalm 58:6-7Break off their fangs, O God! Smash the jaws of these lions, O Lord! May they disappear like water into thirsty ground. Make their weapons useless in their hands.

Psalm 59:1-2Rescue me from my enemies, O God. Protect me from those who have come to destroy me. Rescue me from these criminals; save me from these murderers.

We can work effectively for justice by asking God to intervene where injustice prevails.

Isaiah 1:17“Learn to do good. Seek justice. Help the oppressed. Defend the cause of orphans. Fight for the rights of widows.”

We can work effectively for justice by taking the initiative ourselves, speaking out and acting with energy and dedication.

Psalm 106:3There is joy for those who deal justly with others and always do what is right.

We can work effectively for justice by rejoicing when injustice is overturned and justice is served.

Isaiah 56:1This is what the Lord says: “Be just and fair to all. Do what is right and good, for I am coming soon to rescue you and to display my righteousness among you.”

Romans 13:7Give to everyone what you owe them: Pay your taxes and government fees to those who collect them, and give respect and honor to those who are in authority.

We can work effectively for justice by persisting in doing what is right and not becoming unjust ourselves.

Proverbs 20:22Don’t say, “I will get even for this wrong.” Wait for the Lord to handle the matter.

We can work effectively for justice by refusing to repay evil with evil, working for justice without a vengeful spirit.