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Parent Post: Islam is evil.
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j.k.harwood2
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5/27/2026, 6:09:13 PM
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I always wonder why. Why are some people blinded and others aren't? 2 Corinthians 4:4: "The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God." The Role of Human Will and Pride A person's internal attitude heavily influences their ability to see truth. Hardened Hearts: Repeatedly resisting what is right naturally dulls a person's conscience and spiritual perception (Ephesians 4:18). Intellectual Pride: People who rely entirely on their own intellect often overlook spiritual truth. Jesus noted that God hides these things from the "wise and learned" and reveals them to "little children" (Matthew 11:25). Love of Dark Deeds: John 3:19 explains that people sometimes reject the light because they prefer the dark, fearing the light will expose their wrongdoings. External Spiritual Influences The New Testament explicitly mentions active forces that cloud human judgment. Satanic Deception: 2 Corinthians 4:4 states that "the god of this age" actively blinds the minds of unbelievers to keep them from seeing the gospel. Cultural Distractions: Materialism, anxieties, and worldly desires act like thorns that choke out truth before it can take root (Mark 4:19). Divine Judgment and Grace The Bible also presents a complex theological tension regarding God's role in spiritual sight. Judicial Blindness: When people persistently reject God, He sometimes "gives them over" to their own stubbornness, sealing the blindness they chose (Romans 1:24-28). Sovereign Grace: Scripture teaches that no one can see the truth on their own. Spiritual sight is ultimately a gift from God, who actively opens eyes through the Holy Spirit (John 6:44). I'll keep praying for you.
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