The Role of God and the Devil in Human Life and Death

In the ongoing discourse about life and death, a frequent question arises: who ultimately takes a life, God or the Devil? To understand this, we must first delve into biblical references and the nature of both divine and devilish powers.

Biblical References

The Bible is filled with stories that shed light on the roles of both God and the Devil. For instance, in the Book of Judges, we find an example of how God may intervene for the betterment of His people.

Judges 6: God instructs Gideon to take action:

16 And the Lord said unto him Surely I will be with thee and thou shalt smite the Midianites as one man.

Similarly, in 1 Corinthians 5, Paul speaks about the role of judgment and submission to God:

5 To deliver such an one unto Satan for the destruction of the flesh that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus.

These passages demonstrate the roles of both God and the Devil, where God serves as the deliverer and judge, while the Devil is depicted as a destructive force, albeit under divine control.

The Nature of God and the Devil

It is essential to recognize that both God and the Devil are created beings. While God, being the creator of life, is the ultimate authority over life and death, the Devil, as a fallen angel, has no inherent power to take lives without divine permission. This is evident in the statement that the Devil ‘SUMMITes’ himself to God, just as everyone else must. Thus, life is granted and taken by God alone.

Adding to this, the significance of Jesus Christ is paramount. Through His resurrection, He has defeated death, demonstrating that only God, through divine will, holds the keys to life. The authority of the Devil in this context is limited to the extent that God permits it.

Understanding the Absence of God and the Devil

While the concept of God and the Devil exists within the realm of faith and belief, there is no empirical evidence to substantiate their existence in the physical world. Therefore, in considering the practical aspects of life and death, it is more informative to examine the causes and agents that demonstrably influence human life and death.

Some of the most significant factors that impact human life and death include:

Cancer Armed conflict Suicide Homicide Heart attack Starvation Natural disasters Coronavirus

While the Boogie Fever is included as a humorous example, there is no documented case of death directly attributed to excessive exposure to disco music. However, it serves as a reminder that while such factors may seem trivial in comparison, their impact on human life and death is undeniable.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the roles of God and the Devil in the context of human life and death are complex and multifaceted. While God, as the ultimate creator and sustainer, retains ultimate control, the Devil, as a created being, serves more as a catalyst for destruction under divine guidance. For practical purposes, it is more beneficial to focus on the real-world causes that impact human life and death, such as medical conditions, conflict, and natural disasters.

God bless you always!

Rafael V. Nieto