Subject: God is not the author of evil. |
Bible Note: The depravity of man is not in question, however I note that man was originally created good and will be restored to that original condition by the grace of God. Paul also describes that what good he wants to do, he does not, and what bad he wants to avoid, he does. I note that Paul does admit to having good intentions, but that he lacks the ability to follow through on them. Only through the power of the Holy Spirit can we do that. Paul also admits to his desire to avoid sin, but that he cannot resist it. Again, we can only do so through the power of the Holy Spirit. I submit therefore that while we lack the ability to do good or avoid sin on our own, in our hearts we can have these as goals. Do you concur? |