The Nature of God

Question 1

How is God seen as omnipotent?

Answer 1

He is almighty, having unlimited power over everything.
There is nothing God cannot do or achieve.

Question 2

Quote about God’s omnipotence:

Answer 2

“Nothing is impossible with God.”
- Luke 1:37

Question 3

How is God seen as loving/benevolent?

Answer 3

He is all-loving and all good.
God loves humans, and only wants the best for them. This encourages Christians to love each other in daily lives, by treating everybody with respect and compassion.

Question 4

Quote about God’s omnibenevolence:

Answer 4

“Whoever does not love, does not know God, because God is love.”
- John 4:8

Question 5

How is God seen as just?

Answer 5

He brings about what is right and fair according to law, and makes up for whatever wrong has been committed.
God is seen as the perfect giver of justice, he will never support injustice or prejudice.

Question 6

Quote about God’s justice:

Answer 6

“He will judge the world in righteousness; He will govern the peoples with justice.”
- Psalm 9:8

Question 7

What are the problems of evil and suffering associated with God’s characteristics?

Answer 7

People often question why a loving God would allow people to experience suffering, rather than prevent evil completely.
Christians believe that a just God treats all people fairly, and is incapable of making a wrong judgement, therefore have strong trust and faith in God, despite when things look seemingly wrong.