God’s Justice and Righteousness - 5

God’s Justice and 

Righteousness - 5

“The Lord is known by his acts of justice.” (Psalm 9:16)

 

The psalms remind us that God is not blind to injustice. He defends

 the weak, lifts the oppressed, and brings down the proud. Though

 human judgment may falter, His judgment is perfect. In a world where

 wrong seems strong, the psalmist anchors us: God reigns with justice.

 We are called not only to trust in His fairness but to live justly ourselves

 — in kindness, honesty, and humility.

Prayer:

Righteous Judge, keep my heart from bitterness when I see injustice.

 each me to trust Your timing and to walk in Your righteousness. Help

 me reflect Your justice in small acts of love each day. Amen.

 

Nixon's Nose Rock, Kenting, TAIWAN

A Quiet Encounter in the Sunflower Fields

 

Over the past few weeks, I stepped away from the usual rhythm of life. Not feeling well, I missed Sunday services and quietly withdrew to rest. Yet even in my stillness, God was gently at work.

He led me, unexpectedly, to the sunflower gardens of Thailand. There, surrounded by endless rows of golden blooms lifting their faces to the sun, I found peace. I saw His hand in everything—the warmth of the light, the silent strength of the distant mountains, the gentle shifting of the sky.

Each sunflower, turning toward the light, reminded me of our call to lift our hearts toward God. In that moment, I felt the Lord’s nearness not in noise or activity, but in the hush of creation. My spirit was renewed.

The hymn How Great Thou Art came to mind, its lyrics echoing the joy in my heart:

"Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee,

How great Thou art!"

Indeed, my soul sang. Even in quiet seasons, God’s greatness surrounds us, comforts us, and gently restores us.

“Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; and His greatness is unsearchable.” — Psalm 145:3

Sunflower Garden, Thailand.