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1
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Through creation, how is God good?

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  • In Genesis all creation is described as good

- God provided all that is needed to sustain the world and its inhabitants.

2
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How does God show his goodness through law?

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  • He does not force goodness upon anyone (free-will)
  • But he sets out rules in the Bible for moral and good ways for Christians to live their lives.
  • Because God is good his rules are good.
3
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How did God show his goodness through Jesus?

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  • Offered humans forgiveness through salvation
  • Sent Jesus to die for all human sin
  • If Christians repent then God will forgive them and allow them to spend eternity in heaven with him
4
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What did St Augustine say about evil and suffering?

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  • Evil is responsible for humans making the wrong choices.
  • This is based on Adam and Eve eating the fruit
  • People question why God created humanity if he knew they were going to be disobedient?
5
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What did Iranaeus suggest about evil and suffering?

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  • Man was not created perfect but immature

- They need to grow and develop to God’s planned perfection.

6
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What are other views about evil and suffering?

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  • Some Christians say that evil is necessary to distinguish the difference between good and bad and to teach between good and bad.
  • Others think it is a test for believers faith and a punishment for the wicked.
7
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In the Bible, what example is there showing evil is a test for mankind?

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  • Book of Job
  • Devil is allowed to bring evil to Job to see if he will stay faithful or not.
  • He did and God rewarded him.