"He Will Not Grow Dim Nor Be Crushed"

Since Jesus made clear the nature of true justice, his disciples learned to display this quality.  So must we.  First of all, we need to accept God's standards of good and bad, since he has the right to determine what is just and righteous. As we strive to dot things Jehovah's way, our upright conduct will speak volumes about what true justice is. -1 Peter 2:12.

We also display true justice when we diligently engage in the preaching and teaching activity.  Jehovah has generously provided lifesaving knowledge of himself, his Son, and his purposes.  (John 17:3)  It would not be right or just to keep that knowledge to ourselves. "Do not hold back good from those  to whom it is owning, when it happens to be in the power of your hand to do it," says Solomon. (Proverbs 3:27)  Let us wholeheartedly share what we know about God and all people, regardless of their racial, ethnic, or national background. -Acts 10:34, 35.

Further, a genuine Christian treats others as Jesus did.  Many today face disheartening problems and are in need of compassion and encouragement.  Even some dedicated Christians may be so battered by circumstances that they come to resemble crushed reeds  or smoldering wicks.  Do they not need our support?  (Luke 22:32; Acts 11:23)  How refreshing to be part of an association of true Christians, who try to imitate Jesus in exercising justice!

Will there ever be justice for all? Yes, indeed, Jehovah's Chosen One "will not grow dim nor be crushed until he sets justice in the earth itself."  Very soon the enthroned King, the resurrected Christ Jesus, will 'bring vengeance upon those who do not know God.'  (2 Thessalonians 1:6-9; Revelation 16:14-16)  Human rulership will be replaced by God's Kingdom.  Justice and righteousness will abound.  (Proverbs  2:21, 22; Isaiah 11:3-5; Daniel 2:44; 2 Peter 3:13)  With eager expectation, Jehovah's servants everywhere-even those in remote places, "the islands"-await that day.

Next time: 'I Will Give Him as a Light of the Nations'

From the Book Isaiah's Prophecy Light for all Mankind, Volume II, 2001