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Comment on Is Evil Necessary for Good to Exist? by imabbb

imabbb — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:28:11 +0000

Totic – If darkness doesn’t exist, how will I know when light is not present? It is the contrast of darkness that allows us to see the light of the firefly. It is the contrast between the light and the dark that defines each. And, just so you know, the greatest evil is often present in the hearts of those who have God in their hearts (or at least claim to). I watched a documentary about a sting operation in Georgia in which the police were after online pedophiles who prey on underage girls in chat rooms. They caught a dozen or so and guess what? Four or five of them were pastors or youth group leaders. There was even a rabbi! Evil and Good are not mutually exclusive. If Evil does not exist, then why did Jesus die? Is sin not considered evil to the Christians?

If cold and darkness do not exist, then why do I shiver and run into things when I go out at night without a coat and a flashlight?

If darkness did not exist, then there would only be light. Everywhere. All the time. There would be no shadows or any variation. Only 100% light. But yet I see shadows and degrees of luminosity in the world and in the actions of people. If there was no darkness to “dilute” the light (or visa-versa) these variations could not occur. Without the contrast of darkness, light would cease to have any meaning at all.

If there were no opposing force of evil, then why do you think God and Love have any need to “conquer” us? What exactly are God and Love overcoming?

Comment on Is Evil Necessary for Good to Exist? by Totic

Totic — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 06:11:09 +0000

I’ve learned from one of the great person in the world:

Cold doesn’t exists, well, according to the law of physics, cold is in reality the absence of heat like darkness don’t really exists, it is also the absence of light, thus, light can be studied but not darkness and a single light from a match stick in a big dark room can conquer darkness and give light on the room, just like little “alitaptap” or firefly that shines on the evening. So, what I’ve learned, like cold and darkness, Evil doesn’t exists, it is the result of when man does not have God’s love present in their heart.

Let God and Love conquer us, let small “alitaptap” shine on us when light is not present.

Comment on Is Evil Necessary for Good to Exist? by imabbb

imabbb — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 13:50:07 +0000

Alexander – You make a couple of good points. I agree that “the devil exists in each and everyone of us”. Light and darkness will always coexist. The biblical references made me think that your comment was just Christian dogma until I read your words, “the devil isn’t a mediator to keep us in line”.

If this is not the devil’s role, then what is? If you read this post, you must know that I agree the devil (if it exists) does not exist to keep us in line. I have tried to clearly express what I believe the devil’s role to be. What do you think about this?

Comment on Thoughts Are Things by imabbb

imabbb — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 13:23:25 +0000

Jim – I wonder what you mean by “rethinking prayer in my own life”? Could you expand on that? Also, please tell me more about what you mean by “sphere of influence”. Your words are intriguing. Thanks for taking the time to read and comment.

Comment on Intelligent Creationism by imabbb

imabbb — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 13:18:41 +0000

Jim – Your congregation? I have seldom known a pastor that was concerned about sanity. I am VERY glad to make your acquaintance, especially if you are open-minded enough to read my blog, let alone teach such independent concepts from the pulpit. Kudos!

Feel free to add some of your ideas on this topic.

Comment on About Me by imabbb

imabbb — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 13:09:08 +0000

Jim – I appreciate you kindness, but I must emphasize that I am only an antenna. It is God – in this case choosing to act as my muse – that sends the message. The ideas belong to her, but the way I express them is my choice. I am glad you feel inspired. The greatest compliment I can imagine is to be accused of provoking a thought or two. Thanks!

Comment on About Me by Jim Swilley

Jim Swilley — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 19:40:04 +0000

Your stuff is very inspirational and thought-provoking…very well done…

Comment on Intelligent Creationism by Jim Swilley

Jim Swilley — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 19:36:34 +0000

I just left a message on a previous article, but I also want to say that I am completely on the page with you on this. I just said these very same things to my congregation. Thanks for the sanity!

Comment on Thoughts Are Things by Jim Swilley

Jim Swilley — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 19:17:18 +0000

Excellent article, and you’re exactly right…personally, I am in the process of completely rethinking prayer in my own life, and in how I explain to my sphere of influence. Your words are very helpful, and a confirmation to me in the now. Thanks!

Comment on Is Evil Necessary for Good to Exist? by Alexander

Alexander — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 17:35:03 +0000

i disagree with some of u because the fact is that the reason evil exists is BECAUSE of the devil without it we would live in a harmonising world but if the lord destroys the devil he would have to produce armageddon and he is still tring to rally as many ppl as he can to fight him satan in armageddon, the devil exists in each and everyone of us it is the basis on wether or not our willpower is strong enough to control it. the devil isnt a mediator to keep us in line, if so in this “satan fearing” world how come our prisons are full and wicked ppl are out there the DEVIL is the thought to make u think differently he is around everywhere he is described in the bible to be a beast with seven heads and ten horns and seven crowns upon his head spreading slander and blaspheming gods name. ill finish this off later i am busy atm