Thrive Theology

How the Bible Criticizes Both Socialism & Capitalism (Social Justice Pt. 1)

Season 4 Episode 116

When we think of justice, we often think of retributive justice–punishing someone for a crime done. But Scripture spends a lot of time talking about restorative justice. God is clear that justice and righteousness go hand-in-hand; we cannot be in right relationship with God and others without creating and maintaining justice. In God's ideal economy of ancient Israel, we find His heart for justice; and it doesn't look like any of our modern economic models, regardless of where you land in your socio-economic views.

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Recommended resources:
• "Justice" video by the Bible Project
• "What Is Biblical Justice?" by Tim Keller (Relevant Magazine)

Music: "Inspiring Acoustic" by AShamaluevMusic & “Blue Sky” by IULI MAI