395. The power of Satan is, nonetheless, not infinite. He is only a creature, powerful from the fact that he is pure spirit, but still a creature. He cannot prevent the building up of God’s reign. Although Satan may act in the world out of hatred for God and his kingdom in Christ Jesus, and although his action may cause grave injuries – of a spiritual nature and, indirectly, even of a physical nature – to each man and to society, the action is permitted by divine providence which with strength and gentleness guides human and cosmic history. It is a great mystery that providence should permit diabolical activity, but “we know that in everything God works for good with those who love him.”
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
284. Does the breaking of the bread divide Christ?
252. What names are given to the first sacrament of initiation?
93. What does the heart of Jesus exemplify?
304. Which sins must be confessed?
536. How is Abraham a model of prayer?
21. What is the importance of the Old Testament for Christians?
57. If God is omnipotent and provident, why then does evil exist?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the Blood Moon prophecy of Joel 2:30-31 in the Bible?
The Dedication of the Temple in Jerusalem: Analysis of the Ceremony (1 Chronicles 22-29)
What is the example of perseverance in the faith that Paul set in 2 Timothy 4:7?
How are God’s justice and mercy revealed in Isaiah? (Isaiah 58:1-14)
What is the significance of David’s song of thanksgiving to God in 2 Samuel 22?
What does the Song of Songs teach us about the search for the loved one?
How is God’s justice manifested in the midst of suffering, according to Job 34:10-12?
