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- No. Scripture says that when God finished His creation, He saw everything and declared it "very good" (Genesis 1:31). Many Scriptures affirm that God is not the author of evil: "God cannot be tempted by evil, and He Himself does not tempt anyone" (James 1:13). "God is light, and in Him there is no darkness at all" (1 John 1:5).
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No. Scripture says that when God finished His creation, He saw everything and declared it "very good" (Genesis 1:31). Many Scriptures affirm that God is not the author of evil: "God cannot be tempted by evil, and He Himself does not tempt anyone" (James 1:13).
Aug 10, 2017 · In other words, God devises calamity as a judgment for the wicked. But in no sense is He the author of evil. Evil originates not from God but from the fallen creature.
Apr 19, 2020 · Absolutely not. If you know the divine playbook, then you know there’s a perfect play design, not just to get us temporary escape or get us the first down or get us in field goal range. But there is an answer in the Bible with which we will score a touchdown.
Mar 25, 2022 · The Bible says, “God relented concerning the calamity which He had declared He would bring upon them. And He did not do it” (Jonah 3:10). Instead of destroying them He blessed them. Did God change? No, it was Nineveh that changed, and God responded to their repentance with a blessing, which is consistent with His nature.
Dec 29, 2020 · I am the Lord, there is no other; the one forming light and creating darkness, causing well-being and creating calamity. I am the Lord who does all these.” Evil is a deprivation. It is not something God created. It is something that reflects rebellion against who God is and what He's created.
God did not tell Adam and Eve why He let that snake in the Garden. And He didn't tell them why He gave that snake the ability to talk. Nor did God tell Job why He unleashed calamity, disease, disaster and death and Satan into his life.
Feb 24, 2024 · In this thought-provoking video, renowned theologian John MacArthur delves into the age-old question: Why does God allow evil and suffering? Drawing from his...
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