“Learn to do good; Seek justice, Rebuke the oppressor; Defend the fatherless, Plead for the widow.”
— Isaiah 1:17 (NKJV)
Glory and honour be unto God for this beautiful day and the opportunity to rejoice and be glad in it!
Through the Prophet Isaiah, God touches on profound responsibilities that are still incredibly relevant today. We live in a world where it’s easy to become consumed with our own needs and desires. But the Word of God calls us to learn to do good, to seek justice, resist oppression and to plead the cause of the vulnerable.
As followers of Christ, our faith must go beyond personal devotion, it must reflect God’s love in action. The justice and compassion He desires are not optional; they are integral to our walk with Him.
The love of God, shown most fully in Jesus Christ’s sacrificial death for all, compels us to care for the fatherless and the widow, those closest to God’s own heart. God is described as a Father to the fatherless and a Defender of widows (Psalm 68:5), and as His children, we are called to mirror that care and compassion in our own lives.
We are also called to rebuke the oppressor, to stand against injustice, to challenge systems and individuals who exploit or abuse others, and to be bold in defending what is right. Silence in the face of oppression is not neutral; it contradicts the justice God demands.
May the Lord empower us to live according to His Word. May we be vessels of His justice and love—defending the weak, standing up for what is right, and doing good in all circumstances. May we never overlook the needs of the fatherless and the widows, but always extend the hand of Christ to them.
In Jesus’ Mighty Name, Amen.
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