Subject: Suffering and God's providence |
Bible Note: I will admit I may disagree with orthodox confessions and theologians. They were not inspired, which leaves the possibility that their interpretation of Scripture is erred at some points. However, I do not think my view of the Bible at present is basically erred. Let me just make some points: 1. God does limit himself. 2. Suffering being sanctifying is dependent on response. 3. I do not think it can be denied that there is punitive suffering. With respect to my comment concerning not attempting to influence others, unfortunately, it seems more has read into it than is intended. I appreciate your concern, however, I fail to see how the advice given is relative to the discussion. |