25 Powerful Bible Verses About Justice and Fairness
Justice is rooted in God's character and creation, and this Bible scripture demonstrates that.
When you look around, it may not seem as though there is much justice in the world — or even in our own country. Our Pledge of Allegiance says we are a nation "with liberty and justice for all," and yet our criminal justice system alone is riddled with racial disparities that only work to uphold white privilege. True justice can never be achieved until we address and reform the systemic racism in America, but if you hope to act justly and treat others fairly in your own life, then you can always turn to Bible verses about justice for a little inspiration.
The Lord is a God of justice, which means that righteousness is rooted in God's character and creation. The Bible says that it's essential to always do what is just and right, as God protects those who are faithful. It may not always be easy to be just in a society that fails to provide justice for so many, but you can actually advance social justice in your community through small acts of kindness and respect. Whenever you're feeling down about the state of the world, these inspirational Bible verses about God's justice will remind you that goodness alway prevails.
Psalm 106:3
“The people who uphold justice, who always do what is right, are truly happy!”
Proverbs 21:15
“Acting justly is a joy to the righteous, but dreaded by those who do evil.”
Micah 6:8
“He has told you, human one, what is good and what the Lord requires from you: to do justice, embrace faithful love, and walk humbly with your God.”
Isaiah 30:18
“Nonetheless, the Lord is waiting to be merciful to you, and will rise up to show you compassion. The Lord is a God of justice; happy are all who wait for him.”
Psalm 37:28-29
“The Lord loves justice. He will never leave his faithful all alone. They are guarded forever, but the children of the wicked are eliminated. The righteous will possess the land; they will live on it forever.”
Zechariah 7:9
“The Lord of heavenly forces proclaims: Make just and faithful decisions; show kindness and compassion to each other!”
Psalm 82:3
“Give justice to the lowly and the orphan; maintain the right of the poor and the destitute!”
Isaiah 51:4
“Pay attention to me, my people; listen to me, my nation, for teaching will go out from me, my justice, as a light to the nations.”
Deuteronomy 16:20
“Righteousness! Pursue righteousness so that you live long and take possession of the land that the Lord your God is giving you.”
Psalm 33:5
“He loves righteousness and justice; the Lord’s faithful love fills the whole earth.”
Isaiah 1:17
“Learn to do good. Seek justice: help the oppressed; defend the orphan; plead for the widow.”
Amos 5:24
“But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream.”
Proverbs 28:5
“Evil people don’t understand justice, but those who seek the Lord understand everything.”
Isaiah 61:8
“I, the Lord, love justice; I hate robbery and dishonesty. I will faithfully give them their wage, and make with them an enduring covenant.”
Proverbs 31:9
“Speak out in order to judge with righteousness and to defend the needy and the poor.”
Hosea 12:6
“But you! Return to your God with faithful love and justice, and wait continually for your God.”
Ecclesiastes 3:17
“I thought to myself, God will judge both righteous and wicked people, because there’s a time for every matter and every deed.”
Proverbs 21:3
“Acting with righteousness and justice is more valued by the Lord than sacrifice.”
Jeremiah 22:3
“The Lord proclaims: Do what is just and right; rescue the oppressed from the power of the oppressor. Don’t exploit or mistreat the refugee, the orphan, and the widow. Don’t spill the blood of the innocent in this place.”
Psalm 140:12
“I know that the Lord will take up the case of the poor and will do what is right for the needy.”
Corinne Sullivan is an Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers a variety of beats, including lifestyle, entertainment, relationships, shopping, and more. She can tell you everything you need to know about the love lives of A-listers, the coziest bedsheets, and the sex toys actually worth your $$$. She is also the author of the 2018 novel Indecent. Follow her on Instagram for cute pics of her pup and bébé.
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