#STRask God Didn’t Do Anything to Earn Being God, So How Did He Become So Judgmental?
May 15, 2025
Dive into the intriguing question of how a deity perceived as perfect became synonymous with judgmental behavior. Explore the complexities of God’s moral authority and the paradox of divine versus human justice. Unpack the implications of God's supposed emotions during significant events like the Great Flood, and debate whether such narratives reveal aspects of divine character. Examine the challenges of reconciling the value of human life against the backdrop of suffering and moral responsibility, prompting reflections on good, evil, and accountability.
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God's Nature and Judgment
- God did not earn being God; He simply is as the metaphysical foundation and perfect being.
- His moral perfection justifies His role as judge over imperfect beings.
God's Authority and Justice
- God’s authority to judge is intrinsic by nature, not earned or dependent on any higher source.
- Justice is a good thing, and God's character as perfect judge reflects His love and hatred of evil.
Judgment Against God Is Judgment
- Questioning God's right to judge is itself a judgment against God, often overlooked.
- People often fail to recognize their own lack of authority when judging God while criticizing His judgment.