well what a strange discussion.
In regards to the question there is a simple answer in the first in kill is not the same as murder. When the Lord commanded someone be executed for certain offenses this wasn't murder, it was his justice.
Consequently when someone died through natural causes did God murder them? They died. It happens, these aren't eternal suits, they have a manufacturer expiration date of 0-120 years.
Murder is something that is not corporal that is carried out in a fashion where sin is probable; then motives must be accounted for. It is interesting that there is a distinction in scripture for crimes of passion (heat of the moment) and premeditated murder. I would encourage you to seek that out.
But then you also have Phinehas in Numbers 25:7. This was due to zeal and was an interesting occurrence to note.
And of course Cain must logically be factored into the discussion.
I had hoped to type just this part but the former just sort of flowed so if it is of use...praise
Anyway, in regards to evil and why bad things happen or are allowed to occur I would highly encourage you to seek him on this. The same way that some parents will allow their children to touch fire when they clearly want to and allow them to experience their "wages" for this action. This is only a tiny part of the equation. To me it is loving and organic but also something to be responsible with.
It is a difficult thing and I've achieved some sort of equilibrium with the Lord on this and he has helped me with it a ton. It's a personal question that no one can really answer for you. I also believe it's a lifelong question. If I can be of any further assistance, Lord willing, I will do so
In regards to the question there is a simple answer in the first in kill is not the same as murder. When the Lord commanded someone be executed for certain offenses this wasn't murder, it was his justice.
Consequently when someone died through natural causes did God murder them? They died. It happens, these aren't eternal suits, they have a manufacturer expiration date of 0-120 years.
Murder is something that is not corporal that is carried out in a fashion where sin is probable; then motives must be accounted for. It is interesting that there is a distinction in scripture for crimes of passion (heat of the moment) and premeditated murder. I would encourage you to seek that out.
But then you also have Phinehas in Numbers 25:7. This was due to zeal and was an interesting occurrence to note.
And of course Cain must logically be factored into the discussion.
I had hoped to type just this part but the former just sort of flowed so if it is of use...praise
Anyway, in regards to evil and why bad things happen or are allowed to occur I would highly encourage you to seek him on this. The same way that some parents will allow their children to touch fire when they clearly want to and allow them to experience their "wages" for this action. This is only a tiny part of the equation. To me it is loving and organic but also something to be responsible with.
It is a difficult thing and I've achieved some sort of equilibrium with the Lord on this and he has helped me with it a ton. It's a personal question that no one can really answer for you. I also believe it's a lifelong question. If I can be of any further assistance, Lord willing, I will do so
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