OnScript M. Daniel Carroll Rodas – The Bible and Borders
Apr 27, 2021
M. Daniel Carroll Rodas, Chair of Biblical Studies at Wheaton College and author of 'The Bible and Borders', dives deep into faith and immigration. He explores divine migration through Jesus' incarnation, revealing his role as an outsider. The discussion connects biblical narratives like Abram and Ruth to modern immigration issues, emphasizing resilience and hospitality. Carroll highlights cultural identity's significance in marginalized communities and urges Christians to approach immigration with compassion and understanding, advocating for a transformative biblical perspective.
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Latino Background Shapes Insights
- Daniel Carroll shares his bicultural Latino upbringing influenced his interest in immigration.
- His church involvement with mostly undocumented immigrants deepened his understanding of their experiences.
Migration is Human DNA
- Migration is built into human nature as Genesis commands filling and subduing the earth.
- Human history is a story of migration driven by war, hunger, and hope for new life.
Daniel Negotiates Identity Through Food
- Daniel Carroll describes Daniel's immigrant experience negotiating identity through cultural food amid Babylonian displacement.
- Daniel's refusal to assimilate completely preserved his Jewish faith and identity.
