Prayer Is Fuel for Justice

Of all the things I do, prayer is the most important, and there’s not much I do that I don’t pray about first. Prayer directs us to the heart of the Father, and it teaches us how to make his heart known here on earth as it is in heaven. It gives us direction to where God wants to be and what he actually wants us to do. Prayer is where we receive the strategy and insight for our part to play on this earth in the face of injustice.

In the parable of the persistent widow, Jesus teaches us to pray always and not give up. He shows us that if persistence pays off with a corrupt human who has limited power, then how much more will it pay off with a just God¹ of infinite power. He shows us that when we stand in faith against injustice through persistent prayer, God moves. He accomplishes the impossible.

Prayer is where justice begins. It’s where we connect with God’s heart and find the strength to pursue his mission. It not only stirs God’s heart but also transforms ours because it causes us to see people and situations the way he does and gives us the boldness to act.

Justice work is challenging and often overwhelming, but prayer fuels us to keep going. It reminds us that we’re not in this fight alone. God’s power, not ours, is what will bring change.

Reflection

What specific injustices do you feel called to bring before God in prayer today?

Prayer

Lord, thank you for the gift of prayer. Teach me to cry out for justice with boldness and persistence, trusting that you hear and answer. Align my heart with yours and strengthen me for your work. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.

References:

1. Psalm 11:7, NLT

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