Tuesday Contradictions–Matthew 25:27 – Exodus vs. Jesus: Is Charging Interest a Sin?

This episode examines alleged contradictions between Old Testament laws forbidding interest on loans to the needy and Jesus’ parable about earning interest. By defining terms, reviewing context, and distinguishing subsistence loans from commercial lending, the host shows how Scripture protects the vulnerable while encouraging faithful stewardship, resolving the apparent conflict. References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following: buymeacoffee.com/lancesmith  The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page Email Address: bibledifficultiesandanswers@gmail.com  Skeptic’s Annotated Bible – “Is usury wrong?” https://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/contra/usury.html  Klaus Issler, “What Does the Old Testament Say About Loans and Interest? Part 1,” The Good Book Blog, Biola University https://www.biola.edu/blogs/good-book-blog/2017/what-does-the-old-testament-say-about-loans-and-interest-part-1 Klaus Issler, “What Does the Old Testament Say About Loans and Interest? Part 2,” The Good Book Blog, Biola niversity https://www.biola.edu/blogs/good-book-blog/2017/what-does-the-old-testament-say-about-loans-and-interest-part-2 Klaus Issler, “What Does the Old Testament Say About Loans and Interest? Part 4,” The Good Book Blog, Biola niversity https://www.biola.edu/blogs/good-book-blog/2018/what-does-the-old-testament-say-about-loans-and-interest-part-4 Dr. Chad Brand, “Understanding What God Commanded Moses About Usury,” Institute for Faith and Culture / IFWE https://institutefc.org/understanding-what-god-commanded-moses-about-usury/ Michael L. Satlow, “What Is Wrong with Charging Interest?” TheTorah.com (2018) https://www.thetorah.com/article/what-is-wrong-with-charging-interest Dr. Chad Brand, “Usury in the Gospels,” Institute for Faith and Culture / IFWE https://institutefc.org/usury-in-the-gospels/