Evil
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June 3, 2020
Several decades ago, my employer moved us and several other families from Memphis to Phoenix.
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June 10, 2008
Where does evil come from?
“The devil made me do it,” is sometimes heard. The comedian Flip Wilson made it one of his catch-phrases.
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February 11, 2008
In the New International Version of the Bible:
"But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. If someone strikes you on one cheek, turn to him the other also. If someone takes your cloak, do not stop him from taking your tunic. Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back."
I’ve read all of the translations available at the above website and there can be no doubt of Jesus’ intended meaning: If you are struck in the face, present your cheek to receive yet another strike, and if someone steals your coat, give him the shirt off your back, and never ask for either to be returned.
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October 11, 2007
As they say, I’m conflicted.
On the one hand I have the wherewithall, both mental and physical, both of which are God-given abilities, to protect myself. It is true, of course, that I can choose to use those abilities for good or evil and so the question arises, when, if ever, should I use force for the purpose of doing good?