What does scripture have to say about nuclear weapons? How about Islamic Jihad? What about National Socialism (Nazis)?
I think that I have a pretty good eye for evil, while I appreciate help from the Scriptures, I think that I can do pretty good on my own.
centurion316: “What does scripture have to say about nuclear weapons?”
There’s nothing specifically “nuclear” because a nuke is morally no different than a sword.
centurion316: “What about National Socialism (Nazis)?”
Scripture is clear that we are supposed to follow the civil authorities except where those authorities violate God’s laws. Obey civil authorities: Romans 13:1-7. Disobey when God’s commands are violated: Acts 5:27-29.
centurion316: “I think that I have a pretty good eye for evil, while I appreciate help from the Scriptures, I think that I can do pretty good on my own.”
Fair enough. As I wrote, scripture itself directs us to test doctrine, and I provided many Bible quotes to back that up. If you aren’t arguing from a Christian perspective, then I won’t question your ability to discern evil “pretty good” on your own.
My comments were directed at Christians. We aren’t (based on scripture) supposed to go around saying something is good or evil without testing it against the revealed Word. That is not optional for Christians:
http://www.deceptioninthechurch.com/discerntestjudge.html