Jesus and Justice - by Jake Graham and Gloria Nkosi
October 6, 2026
Sermon summary:
Justice is at the heart of God’s character and mission. Throughout Scripture, righteousness and justice are closely connected, calling God’s people not only to believe what is right but to put it into practice.
God chose Abraham’s family to bless others, and the prophets challenged people who appeared righteous while neglecting the vulnerable. Jesus fulfilled this calling by teaching us to hunger and thirst for righteousness and to seek God’s kingdom first. He also lived it out by drawing near to the overlooked, poor, fatherless, and vulnerable, restoring their dignity.
True righteousness means looking out for the needs of those around us.
Put God first by crucifying the idols that steal your time, money and talent. Prioritise Jesus's kingdom, make spiritual effort, and give your best to grow.
Conflict begins in the heart. Jesus calls us to own our part, pursue peace, avoid gossip, show mercy and bless rather than avenge.
Because Jesus reconciled us to God through the cross, we are called to pursue reconciliation with God, one another, and the world around us.