Exodus: The Story of God

An Eye for An Eye

February 1, 2026 · Pastor Isaac Baugh

Exodus 21:18-27

Justice and vengeance can look very similar because both require bloodshed. "Without the shedding of blood there can be no remission of sins" says Hebrews. But here's the difference between justice and accusatory vengeance; the purpose of accusation is control, the purpose of justice is reconciliation. Justice restores

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