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NASB | Exodus 20:1 Then God spoke all these words, saying, |
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Bible Question:
Murder is not the question. I am sure my husband's co-worker will agree with us there are differences between killing and murder, but that is not the problem. We can unanimously agree that committing murder is always wrong but killing although sometimes wrong, is sometimes necessary and justified. The problem my boyfriend and I have trying to explain this is overcoming the cruelty of King Makua issuing an order that anyone speaking evil against the king shall be put to death. In Deut 13:10, God commands that a person who tries to sway a family member away from the Lord shall be killed. How do we explain God's justice and mercy in this situation? How do we reach out to our friends when they ask the question, why is killing a family member who has a different opinion not murder? Is killing a family member for going against God necessary and justifiable? |
Bible Answer: Hi, Kam... We do not judge God's character by what He does. Instead, we understand his actions in the light of His character. God is perfect in goodness, holiness, and righteousness. As the Creator He is perfectly right doing whatever pleases Him. And that is what He does: all things that please Him, without consulting any. He provides the standard for our morality, commanding us as He sees fit. In Him, Doc |