BibleProject Justice Q + R
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Dec 18, 2017 Topics discussed in this podcast include Jesus' death satisfying God's justice, distinguishing 'doing justice' as an issue of the church or the state, determining who is oppressed and standing up against those who refuse to see the oppressed, the relationship between justice and power in the Bible, condensing complex issues in a short video, engaging with the state for racial reconciliation, taking action in one's own community, predatory lending and the need for interest-free micro loans, and the relationship between justice and self-worth.
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God's Promise and Tension
- God's covenant promise after the flood demonstrates his commitment to humanity despite our flaws.
- This promise creates tension between his justice and desire to bless.
Church vs. State in Addressing Injustice
- The question of who should address injustice, the church or the state, arises from differing views on their relationship.
- In ancient Israel, the covenant people were the state, making this distinction irrelevant.
The Church's Role in Justice Today
- In ancient Israel, the covenant people were also the state; thus, justice was both religious and political.
- The church today is a distinct community within a culture or state, with a different relationship to the state.