成人快手

A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with the Revd Dr Mark Clavier.

Good morning. Today marks the anniversary of Emperor Justinian鈥檚 commission to compile the Corpus Juris Civilis, or Body of Civil Law: a monumental effort to bring clarity and fairness to the laws of his time. This work became a foundation for Western legal traditions, shaping how societies understand justice and governance.

Laws are not just rules; they are the framework within which communities flourish. At their best, they protect the vulnerable, promote fairness, and guide us toward peace鈥攁nswering the call of Scripture: 鈥淭o act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God鈥� (Micah 6:8).
Today, as we reflect on justice from the old courthouse here in Brecon, we鈥檙e reminded that justice carries both responsibility and the opportunity for hope.

Throughout history, the church has sought to play a pivotal role in advocating for laws that reflect these values. It has championed human dignity, called out injustice, and tried to embody Christ鈥檚 example of sacrificial love. Even in its many failures, it has often been judged by the standards it established in the first place. These tell us that justice isn鈥檛 only about standards: it must take root in the small, everyday acts of fairness and integrity that shape our communities. These are the seeds of transformation for a broken world.

Gracious God, we thank you for the gift of justice and those who labour to uphold it. Inspire our leaders with wisdom and integrity, and guide us to act with fairness and love in all we do. Through Christ our Lord, Amen.