Can we understand criminal justice Biblically? Criminal justice in America is in need of reform, and attorney Matthew Martens has put his theological mind into a Christian proposal for good reform. In this conversation with Matt, Derek, and Alastair, Martens covers mere sample of issues covered in his book, including coercion, social justice, presumption of innocence, and (this one really gets him going) absolute prosecutorial immunity.
Full show notes at www.merefidelity.com.
Timestamps:
Derek Missed Out [0:00]
Matt Gets Excited [1:24]
Rooted in Love [5:50]
Target Audience [9:58]
Just War Theory [12:45]
Violence [15:29]
Social Justice [19:51]
Comparing to Scripture [24:19]
Presumption of Innocence [28:16]
Accountability and Immunity [37:45]
Reciprocal Punishment [47:42]
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