They say God doesn't prove he exists because that would violate free will. How? How does knowing god is real force us to love him? [Spirituality & Religion]

This appears to be the accepted excuse for why literally billions of humans are not going to receive salvation and it appears totally facile as a justification.

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canusernamebemyusername · M

Or he could have only let the ones that would love him be born.

Pikachu

@canusernamebemyusername

I guess that would be more of a violation?
Although practically speaking, more merciful.

canusernamebemyusername · M

@Pikachu idk. Seems a lot more loving than making people then setting them on fire. And God is supposed to be more loving than humans. So if I can think of something that loving God is supposed to do even better.

Also came across this and thought you be interested: https://www.bbc.com/news/amp/world-middle-east-52847175

Always thought ancient people where influenced by drugs. Lol

Pikachu

@canusernamebemyusername

lol definitely.

[quote]thought you be interested[/quote]
Very neat. Makes sense though, doesn't it? Mind altering substances to rile up the faithful?
Not exactly a unique approach to spiritual experiences is it?