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.
18 The wicked earns deceitful wages; But he who sows righteousness [has] a sure reward.
21 He who follows after righteousness and kindness Finds life, righteousness, and honor.
3 To do righteousness and justice Is more acceptable to Yahweh than sacrifice.
2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes; But Yahweh 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 Him who knew no sin he made [to be] sin on our behalf; that we might become the righteousness of God in him.
11 For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all men,12 instructing us, to the intent that, denying ungodliness and worldly desires, we should live soberly and righteously and godly in this present age;
11 But you, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness.
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 on these things.
7 Don't be deceived; God is not mocked: for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.
9 And let us not be weary in well-doing: for in due season we will reap, if we do not faint.
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 And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace for those who make peace.
16 Confess therefore your{} sins one to another, and pray one for another, that you{} may be healed. The supplication of a righteous man avails much in its working.
8 Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you{}. Cleanse your{} hands, you{} sinners; and purify your{} hearts, you{} who lead a double life.
28 For Yahweh loves justice, And does not forsake his saints; They are preserved forever: But the seed of the wicked will be cut off.
15 The eyes of Yahweh are toward the righteous, And his ears are [open] to their cry.
6 For he will never be moved; The righteous will be had in everlasting remembrance.
1 BOOK I. Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked; and in the way of sinners, does not stand, and in the seat of scoffers, does not sit.
10 With my whole heart I have sought you: Oh don't 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 render to every man according to his works:
15 See that none render to anyone evil for evil; but always follow after that which is good, both one toward another, and toward all.
14 But even if you{} should suffer for righteousness' sake, blessed [are you{}:] and don't be afraid of their fear, neither be troubled;
33 For even if you{} do good to those who do good to you{}, what thanks do you{} have? Even sinners do the same.
25 It is a snare to man to rashly say, [It is] holy, And after vows to make inquiry.