Jac on Nostr: Paragraph I and III are in direct conflict here. I sympathize with the predicament, ...
Paragraph I and III are in direct conflict here. I sympathize with the predicament, it is a problem that can likely only be solved by leaving the arena for a more inclusive view.
Yes, I believe humans have absolute free will and complete culpability for the outcomes of their decisions in spite of the intentions. Having come from an abusive nuclear family, I know how destructive good intentions and “love” can be. A megalomaniac mother only wants the best for her child, but the intent doesn’t change the experience for the child. Paragraph one is a prime example of destructive love. Do you care for the beggar? Really? Or do you care more about copping a superior attitude while you lecture the beggar about his self destructive choices? Walk a mile in his shoes, and even if you find the behavior unjustified, learn to be quiet and accommodate a human in need without judgement.
Yes, soldiers get a pass from us, but how does that matter on the deity stage? Who are we to excuse behavior on god’s behalf? Because we deem it justified, thou shall not kill doesn’t matter any more to god? Did Jesus hand down some special clause about justified killing? I’m not being facetious here, just asking legitimate questions.
Yes, I believe humans have absolute free will and complete culpability for the outcomes of their decisions in spite of the intentions. Having come from an abusive nuclear family, I know how destructive good intentions and “love” can be. A megalomaniac mother only wants the best for her child, but the intent doesn’t change the experience for the child. Paragraph one is a prime example of destructive love. Do you care for the beggar? Really? Or do you care more about copping a superior attitude while you lecture the beggar about his self destructive choices? Walk a mile in his shoes, and even if you find the behavior unjustified, learn to be quiet and accommodate a human in need without judgement.
Yes, soldiers get a pass from us, but how does that matter on the deity stage? Who are we to excuse behavior on god’s behalf? Because we deem it justified, thou shall not kill doesn’t matter any more to god? Did Jesus hand down some special clause about justified killing? I’m not being facetious here, just asking legitimate questions.