Agents Quote by Peter Kreeft
“God's interventions are miracles: events that cannot happen by merely natural agents but only by a supernatural agent. They no more interfere with our free will than natural events like earthquakes. We choose how to respond to them.”
About This Quote
Miraculous events are supernatural interventions that coexist with free will; they invite moral response without coercion.
In simple terms: Miracles coexist with free will.
Divine acts preserve human choice.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- discussing faith in a philosophy class
- counseling someone after a perceived miracle
- writing a theological essay
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- reflect on personal response to unexpected events
- explore how belief shapes action
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief in miracles affect moral decision‑making?
- Can free will truly exist if a supernatural agent intervenes?
Attributing all unexplainable events to the divine may discourage scientific inquiry.