It is vital to look under the outward expression of vengeance to the tyranny of idolatry that it seeks to construct in the life of the individual. If gone unchecked, the desire to “get even” will warp the mind and damn the soul. Continue reading
God is Just
The idea of “justice” has received more airtime in the last year than at any other time in my lifetime. Websites, podcasts, and the Twitter world overflowed with proponents, antagonists, and an assortment of shadowy social architects calling for “justice.”… Read More
Does God Hold People Accountable for the Sins of Their Ancestors?
The short answer is yes, in some circumstances, he does. I think we see this in scripture three ways. The first way is through the federal headship of Adam. In this way, all human beings come into the world guilty… Read More
Eyes Wide Open
Could it be that social justice has been wrongly defined in our society? If we don’t know what justice is then how can we advocate for it or even recognizes it? The Bible speaks to this issue and is the starting point for anyone who wants to follow Jesus in “doing justice.” Continue reading
Inequality does not Equal Injustice
There’s been a lot of talk in Christian circles lately about justice. And that’s good, because Christians should be concerned about justice. Justice is one of God’s attributes: Therefore the Lord waits to be gracious to you, and therefore he exalts himself… Read More