The Father loves Justice

For the LORD is righteous, he loves justice: upright men will see his face. Psalm 12.7 NIV

After more than a month away in England (one reason I haven't blogged for a while), speaking to a lot of groups, I needed to be constantly reminded of why I do what I do. I read this verse right at the beginning of my journey and it inspired me. How many sermons could you preach on this one verse.
I understand the Hebrew words for justice and righteousness are pretty much the same. As Evangelicals we so often think of righteousness as good living. earnest prayer, bible study etc. Justice does not seem to get a look in. Yet the Bible is very clear on this. We are to be servants. People who reach out to the poor and downtrodden. Jesus speaking in Matthew 25 (sheep and goats) makes it clear how He feels about justice.
I do believe that when Gods love is in us, Justice is a natural outcome. (1 John 3:17). Compassion is part of us and unavoidable.