#7 - Is God fair?

Episode Title: Is God Fair? Unpacking Divine Justice and Goodness

In this episode, we grapple with one of the most profound questions of faith: Is God fair? Starting with an exploration of fairness versus justice, we delve into the nuances that distinguish these concepts. While fairness is often subjective and determined by feelings, justice is grounded in facts and laws. This distinction is crucial as we seek to understand the nature of God’s actions and character.

Drawing from Lesson 2 of The Exchange Bible Study, we consider the implications of justice, particularly in the context of human legal systems where justice, albeit imperfect, seeks to uphold societal laws. We then pivot to ask more insightful questions: "Is God Just?" and "Is God Good?"

Reflecting on personal experiences and childhood memories, we revisit the simple yet profound prayer: "God is great, God is good." This leads us to affirm God's sovereignty and inherent goodness, even amidst the pain and suffering in the world. We confront the challenging realities of why bad things happen, acknowledging that while God created a perfect world, sin and its curse brought suffering into our lives.

We discuss God's plan to ultimately eradicate sin, referencing the hope found in Revelation 21:4, where God promises a future without pain or sorrow. Yet, we also address the pressing question of why this redemption hasn’t occurred yet, pointing to God's patience and desire for sinners to repent.

The episode culminates in the ultimate demonstration of God's justice and goodness: the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ. We explore the profound truth that while it was not fair for Jesus to die for our sins, it was just. Through His sacrifice, He offered us His perfect righteousness in exchange for our sin, highlighting the depth of God's love and the hope of redemption.

Tune in to explore these deep theological questions and gain a greater understanding of God’s nature as both just and good.