2026-05-17 We Embrace: Justice

About this episode

This episode discusses themes of justice and kindness towards the poor and needy, drawing from various biblical texts.

Esther 4:13-17; Leviticus 19:9-13; Mark 12:28-31 OPENING MEDITATION Proverbs & Psalms“Those who oppress the poor insult their Maker, but those who are kind tothe needy honor God.” (Proverbs 14:31)“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord and will be repaid in full.”(Proverbs 19:17)“Those who are generous are blessed, for they share their bread with thepoor.” (Proverbs 22:9)“Speak out for those who cannot speak, for the rights of all the destitute.”(Proverbs 31:8)“It is not for kings to drink wine or for rulers to desire strong drink, lest theydrink and forget what has been decreed and pervert the rights of all theafflicted. Give strong drink to one who is perishing and wine to those inbitter distress; let them drink and forget their poverty and remember theirmisery no more. Speak out for those who cannot speak, for the rights of allthe destitute. Speak out; judge righteously; defend the rights of the poorand needy.” (Proverbs 31:4-9)“The Lord watches over the strangers; upholds the orphan and the widow,but the way of the wicked, brings to ruin.” (Psalm 146:9)

Topics covered

• justice
• kindness
• poverty
• generosity
• advocacy

Keywords

• justice
• kindness
• poverty
• Proverbs
• Esther
• Leviticus
• Mark
• advocacy

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Esther, Leviticus, Mark

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