“Remove not the old landmark; and enter not into the fields of the fatherless. For their redeemer is mighty; he shall plead their cause with thee” (Proverbs 23:10-11).
Today’s verse denounces the oppression of the fatherless and other needy. By intentionally going against them, we are going against God. “The old landmark” may have referred to the need of heeding the warnings and teachings of their forefathers. It’s like the phrase, “If it’s not broke, don’t fix it.” God had made provision for widows and fatherless. He intended for those teachings to be preserved and obeyed. The proof of that is found in the last part of our verse. If His people were to forsake those teachings, God would be there for the widows and fatherless, to plead their cause against their oppressors. He will always be their mighty Redeemer, a champion to defend their cause against the wicked.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray that upcoming elections in Kenya, March 4, would not be tainted with violence or bring greater hardship for believers in Christ.
