Leviticus 25: A Radical Vision of God’s JusticeSample

God’s holiness and our worship

God declares that the jubilee is holy. God has consecrated this year for His people and His purposes.

The earth is a gift given by God to enable His sons and daughters to live; however, greed, extortion, and exploitation imposed by world economic powers are causing its devastation. It is a cruel time, one that fosters despair and unbelief… yet the word of God echoes through the millennia and comes to us: the dream of God persists! 

The powers of this world cannot crush dreams. And who is it that renews the dream of God and makes His word become more and more alive? It is Jesus of Nazareth.

During his ministry, Jesus reminded people of a dream that seemed to have been forgotten. One of good news for those suffering under an unjust and oppressive system; a dream of freedom for those facing injustice and the segregation perpetuated by their own religious system; a dream of physical and spiritual healing for all people oppressed by political, economic and religious powers. Jesus made all this a reality through his ministry: forgiving, including, healing, being a voice for the voiceless, denouncing injustice, loving unconditionally, giving His life in humility and service.

He draws near to us, restoring us for the work to which He calls us. Our response should be worship, praise, adoration, prayer, meditation, and the cultivation of the spirit that rejoices in abiding in Him.

REFLECTION:

Reflect on the concept of jubilee. What does it teach you about the character of God?