A Survey of Mobs and Riots in Scripture

Steven R. Cook

Sep 2022 · Steven R. Cook

About this ebook

Mobs and riots have been part of the human sociological landscape for millennia. They are certainly a part of the human experience in America. Often there are corrupt individuals or groups who instigate a riot, either as a means of retaliation for some perceived injustice (real or imagined), or simply to cause disruption as a means of leveraging power within a community. For those leading the mob, it’s about intimidation, power, and forcing others to submit to their demands. The challenge for Christians is to strive to be Christlike in word and action. And, when faced with the hostility of a mob, resolve not to bow to the enemy when they employ intimidation tactics. The purpose of this brief work is to review the history of mobs and riots throughout Scripture and to consider how they were handled by God's people.

About the author

Dr. Steven R. Cook is a Christian educator and has taught undergraduate courses in theology at Tyndale Theological Seminary in Hurst, Texas. He’s also served as an advising professor for online students. He is protestant, conservative, and a traditional dispensationalist. Studies in the original languages of Scripture, ancient history, and systematic theology have been the foundation for Steven’s teaching and writing ministry. He has written several Christian books, dozens of articles on Christian theology, and recorded more than nine hundred hours of audio and video messages. Steven hosts a weekly Bible study at his home in Arlington, Texas, where he records most of the Bible lessons for his podcast and YouTube channel. Steven’s ministry activity is entirely voluntary. Since 2004, he has been in a full-time professional position at a local nonprofit agency that is committed to assisting the elderly and disabled individuals in the community.