God, The Ultimate Judge

by: Micah Angela P. Dizon    SR-C

“While it is true that I neither fear God nor respect any human being, because this widow keeps bothering me, I shall deliver a just decision for her lest she finally come and strike me.” This passage best exemplifies the mindset of people dragging their foot. It is deplorable how his intention isn’t set to help grant the widow justice. He just wants her to say that at least he did something about it. This is a reflection of our justice system. Some cases may be resolved; however, the just punishment is not given to the offenders, especially those who are powerful and influential. Why? Because people would prefer the easy way out which is to receive bribes rather than fight for what is just which can be life-threatening and tough. It is enough for them that the case is closed even if justice is not really granted. This gospel makes us realize that justice should be carried out the way God would answer to the plight of those who have called out to Him tirelessly.
I have applied this in my previous entrance exams by minding my own test paper and following the rules given to us by the facilitator. The exam may be challenging, and it may be easier to pass if I cheat. However, this is not the principle I want to live by. Getting into a university would be extra fulfilling knowing that it was through your own hard work that you achieved this. Justice for humans may be blind and deaf to the call of the oppressed. But God is not. He is the ultimate judge and he knows what you are doing. Cheating may grant me the admission I want, it will benefit me, but God sees everything. For Him, justice is more important than any admission in the world. Before the sem-break, we will be given a lot of tests and projects. I can demonstrate fairness by doing my part in group projects and by not free loading. I shouldn’t cheat in tests. The best I can do is study to be prepared.
God is the ultimate judge. He can see everything and He knows the just consequence for our actions. Our world today may have a different view of justice. They may treat it as something that can be taken for granted or solved by money. As long as the injustice isn’t happening to them, they hardly care. But God will grant peace to those who have endured all the sufferings. Just like in the beatitudes, those who are oppressed will eventually receive the comfort they deserve in heaven.