This passage from Exodus emphasizes the twin aspects of justice and mercy. As we can see here, God's law in the Old Testament wasn't just about keeping people from sin. It asked people to actively work to create a just and merciful society, helping those in need and refraining from corruption and dishonesty.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exod.23.1-Exod.23.8&version=NIV
Topics: Justice, Mercy, Law
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