82:3-4 Stand Up for Justice! Christians, especially those in positions of authority, are called to uphold the interests of the vulnerable and marginalized—the ones who are least likely to be treated justly in society. In a world filled with violence and oppression, it can require courage to take such a stand—but when we do, we can rest assured that we represent the Judge of the universe, to whom we will one day give an account (Rom 14:12).