BibleProject Does God Punish Innocent People? – Character of God E14 Q+R #2
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Nov 16, 2020 The conversation dives into the complex nature of God's anger and compassion, highlighting the apparent contradictions in biblical narratives. Listeners explore whether God's wrath is passive or active, examining stories like Egypt's plagues. The impact of individual sins on the community is discussed, challenging notions of hyper-individualism. Intriguingly, the speakers consider Jesus’s sacrificial role and its implications for a new covenant community, urging a deeper understanding of justice and mercy woven throughout Scripture.
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Listener Questions on God's Wrath
- Laura questions the passivity of God's wrath, citing examples like the locust plague in Joel.
- Rob points to instances where God seems to directly inflict punishment, such as the Korah incident and the bronze serpent.
God's Agency and Wrath
- The terms "active" and "passive" are inadequate to describe God's wrath.
- Biblical authors understood God's agency in a more nuanced way than simple direct or indirect involvement.
The Flood Narrative as a Template
- Narratives of divine judgment often echo the flood narrative, using similar language and imagery.
- The earth's splitting in the Korah narrative mirrors the splitting of the heavens in the flood, with the earth acting as an agent of justice.