The LORD will bring justice and show mercy to all who serve him (Psalm 135:14, CEV).
October glory – photo by Karen Kitz
Reflection
This week’s I Love the Psalms theme is mercy.
Can there be justice without mercy? The opposite question is also valid. Can there be mercy without justice?
When I have been wronged, I call out for justice. When I am the one who has committed the wrong I call out for mercy.
It takes a wise judge to bring both justice and mercy together in the decisions he or she renders. Fortunately for us, the LORD is a wise judge. The LORD will bring justice and show mercy to all who serve him (Psalm 135:14, CEV).
The question we need to ask ourselves is, “Am I serving Him or am I serving myself?”
Response: LORD God, give me eyes to see your mercy and justice at work in my life and the lives of others around me. Give me a willing heart to serve you. Amen.
Your Turn: Is there a time you remember calling out for justice? Do you remember asking for mercy?
I love the Psalms 
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Great message.
Thanks, Julie.
Well said. Mercy means little unless seen in the light of justice. Take care.
Thanks for your comment.