As a kid, do you remember saying “That’s not fair” at some perceived injustice. When my sister or I said that phrase, it usually had to do with desserts. One of us would complain that the other received more than we did. Perhaps you complained that your sibling was allowed to do something that you weren’t. Basically, we thought that our sibling was treated differently than us, even in similar circumstances.
Social justice leaders use the same logic in describing our justice system today. They state that enforcement of laws is not even handed. Whether or not we agree on a case by case basis, we need to listen to the complaints and make improvements where necessary.
Unfortunately, perfect justice will not exist in our world, because imperfect people administer justice. However, we can find perfect justice administered in complete righteousness. Psalm 33:4-5 says, “For the word of the Lord is upright, and all his work is done in faithfulness. He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the steadfast love of the Lord.” God can enforce perfect justice because He is completely righteous. His justice is even better because He is always loving and faithful to His Word.
The only place that you will find true justice is in our holy God. That fact can be either good news or bad news. It is good news to those who trust in Jesus, because in Him our sins (unrighteous acts) are forgiven and we are redeemed. But for those who do not trust in Jesus, God’s justice will demand punishment for their unrighteous acts. God’s judgment is coming. Will you stand with the redeemed, or will you suffer the punishment of a just God?
Reluctant Retiree 