Subject: Why is killing enimies in the OT okay? |
Bible Note: I am kind of disappointed you don’t care to continue this forum. Although I find myself siding with the bible the more I study, you bring up some very real points. Well worth discussion. Discussion though, not mean spirited comments. You brought up some excellent issues that are in much need of investigation and study. I find there is a ton of information packed in one little book called the bible . I believe the ‘enormousness’, if you will, of Gods’ word is a little much to have it just written down and then take at face value. That’s why I truly believe we NEED the Holy Spirit to guide us through it. Try reading any book in Hebrew , not knowing Hebrew. Mandy, I totally agree with you, though, It seems appalling for a truly loving god to kill his own creation ( I now realize the purpose of the slaughter in Canaan, but that was after my ‘first glance’ of the Word). Maybe you can tell by the fruits of the killers and the fruits of the ones being killed. I certainly don’t have the expertise that Steve does, but I am the better for the TWO of you on this forum. I know we’re not the only ones to have these awkward questions, so there is a need for skeptical discussions to get the truth out. It’s not always easy to understand radical ideas. Good things come to those who diligently seek the truth (with the right heart), so don’t give up. I pray that anyone with a hard heart can open up enough for the Holy Spirit to shed the light, needed to experience the love and peace I have received. Believe it or not it’s real. In any case, I thank you for sharing your thoughts. As for me , I’m glad I am not the only one to have wonderment concerning this, so I can further my study. God bless you and keep searching. (knock and the doors shall be opened) William |