The Attributes of God

Justice of God

1. The Nature of God's Justice
- God's Justice is Perfect: God's justice is flawless and impartial. He is the Rock, His work is perfect; for all His ways are just.
A God of faithfulness without injustice, righteous and upright is He (Deuteronomy 32:4).
- God's Justice is Unchanging: Unlike human justice, God's justice remains constant. For I, the LORD, do not change
(Malachi 3:6).
- God's Justice is Rooted in His Holiness: God's justice flows from His holy nature. But the LORD of Hosts will be exalted by
His justice, and the holy God will show Himself holy in righteousness (Isaiah 5:16).

Questions:
1. How does understanding God's perfect justice impact your view of fairness in your daily life?
2. In what ways can you reflect God's unchanging justice in your interactions with others?
3. How can you pursue holiness in your life as a response to God's holy justice?

2. God's Justice in the Old Testament
- Justice in the Law: The Mosaic Law reflects God's justice. You shall not pervert justice; you shall not show partiality
(Deuteronomy 16:19).
- Prophets and Justice: Prophets called Israel back to justice. But let justice roll on like a river, and righteousness like an
ever-flowing stream (Amos 5:24).
- Justice for the Oppressed: God's concern for the marginalized is evident. Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless;
uphold the rights of the afflicted and oppressed (Psalm 82:3).

Questions:
1. How can the principles of justice in the Old Testament guide your actions today?
2. What role do you think justice plays in the prophetic messages of the Old Testament?
3. How can you actively defend the cause of the oppressed in your community?

3. God's Justice in the New Testament
- Jesus and Justice: Jesus embodies God's justice. The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach
good news to the poor (Luke 4:18).
- Justice and the Cross: The cross is the ultimate expression of God's justice and mercy. He Himself bore our sins in His body
on the tree (1 Peter 2:24).
- Justice in the Early Church: The early church practiced justice. All the believers were together and had everything in
common (Acts 2:44).

Questions:
1. How does Jesus' life and ministry redefine our understanding of justice?
2. In what ways does the cross demonstrate both justice and mercy?
3. How can the example of the early church inspire you to live justly today?

4. Justice and the Kingdom of God
- Justice as a Kingdom Value: Justice is central to God's kingdom. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness
(Matthew 6:33).
- Parables of Justice: Jesus' parables often highlight justice. The kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle
accounts with his servants (Matthew 18:23).
- Eschatological Justice: God's ultimate justice will be realized at the end of time. He will judge the world in righteousness
(Acts 17:31).

Questions:
1. How can you prioritize justice as a value in your life, reflecting the kingdom of God?
2. What lessons about justice can you learn from Jesus' parables?
3. How does the promise of future justice give you hope in present injustices?

5. Living Out God's Justice Today
- Personal Integrity: Live justly in personal conduct. He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD
require of you but to act justly (Micah 6:8).
- Community Engagement: Engage in justice within your community. Learn to do right; seek justice (Isaiah 1:17).
- Advocacy for Others: Stand up for those who cannot stand for themselves. Speak up for those who cannot speak for
themselves (Proverbs 31:8).

Questions:
1. What steps can you take to ensure your personal life reflects God's justice?
2. How can you actively seek justice in your community?
3. In what ways can you advocate for those who are marginalized or oppressed?

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