“Let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!” – Amos 5:24
Bible Verses About Police Brutality
The Call for Justice
We find ourselves in a world where justice sometimes seems out of reach. When we look at issues like police brutality, it’s evident that God’s word calls us to stand for what is just. Throughout the Bible, we are reminded that justice is a fundamental principle of our faith. It encourages us to advocate for the oppressed and marginalized. Our collective responsibility as Christians is to strive for equity, to ensure that everyone is treated fairly. In moments of hardship, we lean on God’s promises, knowing He champions the cause of those who are mistreated.
Deuteronomy 16:20
“Follow justice and justice alone, so that you may live and possess the land the LORD your God is giving you.” – Deuteronomy 16:20
Isaiah 1:17
“Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow.” – Isaiah 1:17
Proverbs 31:8-9
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor