Jul 16

Written by: PastorBowman
7/16/2008 8:45 AM

Even though you intended to do harm to me, God intended it for good, in order to preserve a numerous people, as he is doing today, (Genesis 50:20 NRSV)

            Plaza we are really having a blast discussing the stories of the bible on Wednesday nights. The bible is not a history book but a book that is prevalent today as yesterday and tomorrow. The stories give an extra eye into the mysteries of God that are transforming but also refreshing.
            Critics of God say the existence of evil proves His imperfections: "If God was all-powerful, He would stamp out evil in the world. If He was all-loving, He would rescue those who suffer due to evil acts. Either God is not all-powerful or He's not all-loving. Either way, He is an imperfect God."
            A righteous God and the existence of evil in His world do raise questions. But the Bible answers them: God is not the cause of evil. Evil is a manifestation of sin; and because "God is light, and in Him is no darkness at all" (1 John 1:5), He is not the cause of evil. But God uses evil to demonstrate His power and accomplish His purposes. When Samson chose to marry a Philistine woman--God used it as a means to bring judgment upon this evil nation. Or when Joseph's brothers sold him into slavery--God used that evil act to provide a safe haven for Joseph's family in a time of famine. With God, evil never has the upper hand. If you are feeling the effects of an evil act, know that God will cause good to come from it.
            The ultimate goal of all creation is God's glory--and that includes the evil that temporarily lurks within it.

God is so powerful that He can direct any evil to a good end.

            Thomas Aquinas

 Peace & Blessings!

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