Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praises. Sing praises to the Lord with the lyre, with the lyre and the sound of melody. With trumpets and the sound of the horn make a joyful noise before the King, the Lord. Let the sea roar, and all that fills it; the world and those who live in it. Let the floods clap their hands; let the hills sing together for joy at the presence of the Lord, for he is coming to judge the earth. He will judge the world with righteousness, and the peoples with equity. (Psalm 98: 4-9)

Christians believe that God is with us today. God came to stay in the teachings and paradoxical power of Jesus. God is alive in the world - working through us - to nurture the blessings of righteousness and equity.

Righteousness is tsedeq. This is restoration of our original purpose and potential. Equity is meyshar. This is the straight, level, and pleasing path. Through the judgment of God we may find our true selves and most fulfilling life.

Through the life and teachings of Jesus we are given a guide and friend who can bring us home.

Above is Madonna of the Village by Marc Chagall.