THE BOOK OF JOB points out at least one trouble that we bring upon ourselves. That trouble occurs when we think, either because of some imagined worthiness in mankind, our cleverness and self-sufficiency, or even from our being saved by grace, that we should be immune from natural calamity or purposeful wickedness in the present…
Category: Evil
Not In Our Stars but In Our Selves
IN A RECENT SERMON, I was reminded of a verse that I’ve always felt was very helpful but very “under-preached.” That is, I don’t recall ever hearing a minister of the word speak directly on what it addresses. But to me, it’s one of those verses that clears up so many things, especially when it…
What is Evil and Where Does it Come From?
THESE TWO BIG QUESTIONS need to be tackled. (1) First of all, what is evil? (2) Secondly, where does it come from (or what causes it)? This post will discuss the second question first. Evil—or more precisely, the results of evil—are like the shock waves from a bomb blast. (I was going to say are…