As a former detective bureau sergeant, I’ve grappled with cases that remained frustratingly unsolved. One case, in particular, involved the brutal murder of an elderly woman. Despite developing a strong theory about the perpetrator, we lacked the evidence to prove it beyond a reasonable doubt. The killer remains free, a stark reminder of the limitations of the criminal justice system.
When confronted with unsolved crimes, I often find solace in the assurance that nothing is hidden from God. Psalm 69:5 states, “O God, you know my folly; the wrongs I have done are not hidden from you.” Proverbs 28:17-18 proclaims, “If one is burdened with the blood of another, he will be a fugitive until death, let no one help him. Whoever walks in integrity will be delivered, but he who is crooked in his ways will suddenly fall.”
The inherent sense of justice within me, the very thing that drew me to a career in law enforcement, yearns for immediate rectification of all wrongs. However, I am reminded of Romans 12:19, “…“Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” God’s justice system transcends the limitations of our earthly systems. There will be a final judgment, a time when every wrong will be made right.
He offers us a path to redemption, a “get out of jail free” card through His Son, Jesus Christ. But we must respond to His call. Have you acknowledged Jesus as Lord of all, understood that He is the narrow path to heaven, and placed your trust in Him as your Savior? Embracing this knowledge, understanding, and trust will profoundly transform your life! (Chapter Five—My Partner was a Bank Robber—will shed more light on this topic.)
This pursuit of justice, both earthly and divine, is a constant theme in my life and work. The frustration of unsolved mysteries is tempered by the faith that ultimate justice will prevail.