Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not wanting to make her a public example, was minded to put her away secretly.
Matthew 1:19 NKJV
Justice can still be compassionate. I’m sure when Joseph thought Mary had betrayed him (before the angel came to him) he was hurt by her betrayal. Hurt people don’t just seek justice. They seek revenge. Joseph kept his sense of compassion even though he had been hurt.
Am I compassionate, even towards those who hurt me? Can I lay down revenge, even when I feel justified in it?
Who am I holding something against right now, in the name of justice? Justice doesn’t negate compassion.
Lord Jesus, In this New Year I choose compassion in every circumstance. Amen.
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