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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Substitutionary Atonement and Justice
- Jesus' death is often explained as substitutionary atonement, where he takes the punishment for human sin.
- This raises questions about God's justice, as it seems unjust to punish an innocent person for another's guilt.
Multiple Interpretations of the Cross
- The cross has multiple interpretations, like a diamond with many facets.
- One interpretation uses legal imagery, but it doesn't fully explain the concept.
Restorative vs. Retributive Justice
- Retributive justice focuses on punishment for wrongdoing, while restorative justice aims to address inequality.
- Biblical righteousness is about right relationships and actions, not just personal morality.