Sometimes I forget, we do not live in a world of justice. Justice belongs to another kingdom, an unseen kingdom. In our pursuit of justice in this kingdom, we sometimes get crushed by the greater power of injustice.

Injustice is often bred by those in power, those who preach righteousness and mercy and love. But power and these virtues don't sit very well with each other. So in the final analysis, when they're made to choose between power and these virtues, the self gets in the way. Power wins.

At times like these, it is a challenge to remember the words of friends like these:

Justice often fails in our world and even in the church, but our God is just. Let us plod on; you have friends and loved ones who are journeying with you.

And it is a challenge to keep believing in righteousness and justice, mercy and love. Even if these virtues remain unseen for now.

Lord, I want to belief. Help my unbelief.