(October 22, 2015 at 8:42 am)robvalue Wrote: If we haven't been given free will, it gets even more retarded. God makes things have a purpose, then doesn't allow us to choose whether or not to use them for that purpose. Since we have no input, unless he's constantly surprised by what happens, he knew all along whether or not we'd use things for their purpose.
We're a puppet show that he's made self aware. Once the show is over he punishes some of the puppets for things they had no say in.
What a dick. And by the same argument, he's designed me to think he's a vile monster. He's made me write this, saying what a lunatic he is. And then he'll punish me for his decision. There's no point preaching to me either since I have no decisions to make; although people don't have the choice whether to preach or not either.
What a bizarre belief system.
It's almost like he's a crude anthropomorphic creature created by ancients in order to give an explanation for things they didn't really understand....
Somewhat related:
"I was thirsty for everything, but blood wasn't my style" - Live, "Voodoo Lady"