Defender of the Weak

Jan. 24, 2010 – “Defender of the Weak” - Dt. 10:18; Ps. 68:5; 82:3-4; Prv. 14:31; 19:17; 31:8-9; Isa. 1:15-17,23; Jer. 22:16 We LOVE stories about “defenders of the weak” - those who defend the cause of the weak, the vulnerable, and the hurting. WHY does this idea so resonate with us? WHY is it that we seek out and retell stories about these defenders of the weak? WHY is it do you think that we find countless myths throughout human history heralding those who are defenders of the weak? My friends, I believe it is because we humans are created in the Image of God, who is revealed as a defender of the weak. As such, we unconsciously hold in high esteem those who defend the weak, for those people are reflecting God Himself. He is the “defender of the weak” and so we too are to be “defenders of the weak” There could be no more appropriate theme to discuss on this day - Sanctity of Life Sunday. Human life is sacred and precious in all its stages and conditions - and most worthy of our defense. So today you are offered the opportunity to reflect our God, becoming a “defender of the weak” – just as heroic as any superhero - and no superpowers are required.