Greg Boyd: Apologies & Explanations If God Allows Something He Could Prevent, How is that Different than Causing the Event?
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Oct 17, 2025 This discussion dives deep into the nature of causation and divine allowance. Greg explores whether God's lack of intervention is tantamount to causing evil. He draws parallels between sin and addiction to explain the consequences of free will. The conversation also delves into the suffering of victims, emphasizing moral responsibility and the need for justice beyond this life. Ultimately, they highlight the significance of final judgment in addressing the complexities of good and evil.
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Addiction Analogy For Allowing Judgment
- Greg Boyd compares persistent sin to an addiction that loved ones sometimes must stop enabling.
- He describes the painful choice to let someone learn the hard way when continued protection enables deeper self-destruction.
Allowing Is Not The Same As Causing
- Greg Boyd argues allowing an outcome differs morally from causing it because people often bring judgment on themselves.
- He says God permits consequences so people can experience the painful results needed for repentance and growth.
Trust Free Will And The Long Story
- If God grants genuine free will, he must honor it even when people misuse it, because revoking it would negate true freedom.
- Boyd urges trust in a longer divine story that includes final judgment and ultimate rectification of injustices.