Justiça
A justiça é atributo de Deus e vocação do cristão. A Bíblia chama os crentes a buscar a justiça, praticar o que é reto e confiar no Deus que julga justamente.
Buscar a justiça
Buscai primeiro o Reino de Deus e a sua justiça. Quem semeia justiça colherá galardão seguro e duradouro.
33 But seek first his Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well.
18 Wicked people earn deceitful wages,but one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.
21 He who follows after righteousness and kindnessfinds life, righteousness, and honor.
3 To do righteousness and justiceis more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.
2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes,but the Lord weighs the hearts.
2 Treasures of wickedness profit nothing,but righteousness delivers from death.
Justiça em Cristo
Deus tornou Cristo a nossa justiça. Pela fé somos declarados justos diante de Deus — não por obras, mas pela graça.
21 For him who knew no sin he made to be sin on our behalf; so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.
11 For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all men,12 instructing us to the intent that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we would live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world;
11 But you, man of God, flee these things, and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, and gentleness.
8 Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things.
7 Do not be deceived. God is not mocked, for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.
9 Let us not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due season, if we do not give up.
Praticar a justiça
O fruto da justiça semeia-se em paz para os que promovem a paz. Os olhos do Senhor estão sobre os justos.
18 Now the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.
16 Therefore confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The insistent prayer of a righteous person is powerfully effective.
8 Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
28 For the Lord loves justice,and doesn't forsake his holy ones.They are preserved forever,but the children of the wicked shall be cut off.
15 The Lord's eyes are toward the righteous.His ears listen to their cry.PEY
6 For he will never be shaken.LAMEDThe righteous will be remembered forever.MEM
1 Blessed is the man who doesn't walk in the counsel of the wicked,nor stand in the way of sinners,nor sit in the seat of scoffers;
10 With my whole heart, I have sought you.Do not let me wander from your commandments.
Consequências
O Senhor recompensará cada um segundo suas obras. A justiça exalta a nação e traz segurança aos que a praticam.
6 who "will pay back to everyone according to their works:"
15 See that no one returns evil for evil to anyone, but always follow after that which is good, for one another, and for all.
14 But even if you should suffer for righteousness' sake, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear, neither be troubled."
33 If you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners do the same.
25 It is a snare to a man to make a rash dedication,then later to consider his vows.