Psalm 82
God has taken his place in the divine council; in the midst of the gods he holds judgment:
“How long will you judge unjustly and show partiality to the wicked? Selah
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.”
They have neither knowledge nor understanding, they walk around in darkness; all the foundations of the earth are shaken.
I say, “You are gods, children of the Most High, all of you;
nevertheless, you shall die like mortals, and fall like any prince.”
Rise up, O God, judge the earth; for all the nations belong to you!
Reflection
God is the supreme judge. God's judgment stands above all decisions made on earth. So, we justly give God our honor and praise.
When society goes astray in judging one another, people are oppressed. The helpless of this world are not helped. The innocent accused are falsely labeled and condemned. Justice is not to be found sometimes on earth.
God will judge these false judges of this earth. God will condemn the wicked and their evil plots. In the finality of it all God will correctly judge.
Of this we can be sure.
Prayer
Lord, Judge of the Universe. We come to you and you judge correctly. Guide those who must judge on this earth. Teach compassion and understanding and give our judges the fortitude to stand for what is right. Lead all your people to right the wrongs of this world in which evil lives. Bring us to an understanding and love for all people that your righteousness would reign in our hearts... today... tomorrow... and forever. --- Amen
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