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April 16, 2005

Praying for Justice 7: Pray that God sustains the poor

I know that the LORD secures justice for the poor and upholds the cause of the needy. (Ps 140:12)

The poor and oppressed are of particular concern to God, and he acts for them.

· Pray that the Lord comforts and sustains the needy, and acts to secure justice for them.
· Pray that they may turn their hearts to the Lord and find comfort, strength, and provision in him.

This week, I am posting short meditations and prayers around the theme of justice for the developing world. God calls his people to stand up and to respond to injustice. During this week, I am focusing on issues of justice for the developing world as part of the Make Poverty History campaign.

Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and the needy.(Proverbs 31: 8)

Posted by Keith at April 16, 2005 08:32 AM