We are told in scripture that with God all things are…
“We are told in scripture that with God all things are possible. But Lewis states that this does not mean that God can do anything. God cannot, for example, answer nonsensical questions...He cannot do both of two mutually exclusive things; for example, He cannot create creatures with free will and at the same time withhold free will from them.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The quote states that while Scripture says all things are possible with God, it does not mean God can do the logically impossible, such as answering nonsense or creating free will while withholding it.
In simple terms: God can’t do logically contradictory things.
Key Takeaway
Recognize limits of divine power.
Themes
theology
philosophy
logic
faith
scripture
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
analytical
Type
Christian:1
Inspirational:0
Possible:0
God Things:1
Things Possible:0
Scripture God:0
God Example:0
When to use this quote
- ethical debate
- faith discussions
Key Concepts
omnipotence
paradoxes
free will
logical consistency
Questions to Reflect On
- How do theologians reconcile omnipotence with logic?
- What are the limits of divine action?
A Different Perspective
Divine power is not absolute over logical contradictions.