My views on objective morality

[Catholic_Lady]

I think the point is we'd always find something to complain about. If stubbing a toe was the worst thing that could happen to a person, we'd be talking about how horrible it was and why would God allow us to feel that sort of pain. Assuming God is real, we should humble ourselves and trust that God knows this setup (not intervening, giving us free will, etc) is the best setup for us in the long run, and it's good consequences will far outweigh the bad ones.

I don't know, I think people can somehow manage to keep a sense of perspective about these things. I don't worry myself much about the petty indignities an ant suffers in its life, but I still avoid killing them until they enter my home uninvited.

Honestly, I think the more valid form of praying is to pray for mental state. Like, to pray for strength to get through a rough time, etc. Not necessarily to pray for something that you want to have happen, or for miracles. That's how my mom taught me to pray. I do believe miracles do occur but they are not common.

How is your god changing your mental state not divine intervention? This has more than a whiff of special pleading about it.

I think it's more of a mental thing of our own. Like, meditating. It can clear the mind, give comfort, and help you stay positive and focused. These things all help a person's mental state. And by praying, we stay focused on God in general and that gives us motivation.