When we think of the word “Justice,” we often focus on the boundaries that others need to respect in relation to us. But what about our own sense of justice towards them? Here, we tend to be a bit more lenient, minimizing our own errors, and this habit can lead to serious problems.

Jesus warns us when he says: “And why do you not judge for yourselves what is right? As you go with your accuser before the magistrate, make an effort to settle with him on the way, lest he drag you to the judge, and the judge hand you over to the officer, and the officer put you in prison.

I tell you, you will not get out until you have paid the very last penny.”

The habit of practicing justice is cultivated at home, starting with the smallest things. If you haven’t learned this before, there’s still time to change.

Failing to respect levels of authority, invading privacy, consuming food without considering others, and neglecting cleaning and order roles in the home are practices of injustice that we should not overlook. They will cause us serious problems when we step outside.

Ignoring this lesson can lead us to situations we never imagined before. In such times, prayer alone won’t suffice. We will need to ask for forgiveness and rectify the damage caused.

Many unsuspecting children, young people, and adults have ended up unexpectedly behind bars.