All systems of thought must account both for the awesomeness of the cosmos, and the goodness of which humanity is capable; and for the brokenness of the world, our societies, and our lives and relationships.
Why is there so much beauty; why is it so flawed? Paul’s answer is simple: God. There is a God who made it all, and made us in his image, to know and reflect his character. And that same God has, in wrath, given us what we have chosen: life without him, worshiping things which cannot satisfy.
In the beauty of the world , we are to see God’s existence. In the brokenness of the world , we are to see God’s justice. As we do, we run back to the place where we see God’s mercy: the cross.
(Tim Keller, Romans for You)
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