The Lord Roars | Dr. Daniel Carroll Rodas Bible Study S1E8 (May 2023)

One of this generation's foremost Old Testament scholars, Dr. Daniel Carroll Rodas, led this Bible study for Anglican leaders, from three different countries in four different time zones, on behalf of the Matthew 25 Initiative. This study aims to provide participants with a deep understanding of a biblical vision for justice and mercy. The question of biblical ethics is unpacked with a specific emphasis on “how are the people of God to engage society? how does theology interact with social structures from a biblical perspective?"
In this discussion, Dr. Carroll emphasizes the importance of understanding the Bible beyond seeking one-liners on ethics, justice, and oppression. He argues that true understanding comes from becoming the right kind of people and learning how to read the scriptures.
- The book of Job highlights Job's commitment to justice and righteousness
- In the Psalms, prayer is an expression of commitment to living a just life
- Proverbs is discussed as a guide for character formation, emphasizing the importance of wisdom and discernment in making ethical choices, such as the responsibility to care for the poor and needy
- Ecclesiastes claims that life is inexplicable in many ways, yet under God’s sovereign hand