One subject that all religious viewpoints must consider is the nature of a just God. The concept of mercy needs to be understood as well. Most people will understand some of the concepts of justice, however, few consider the fact that injustice must exist in order for justice to exist. Laws must exist that are held inviolate on an eternal scale which God himself cannot change, otherwise, he could speak and do away with them. If truth changes then God changes, and to be God he is an unchangeable being. The question that religious scholars and philosophers try to answer is how to reconcile the contradictions that seem to exist in a fallen world to a loving and just God. The differences between Catholic, Protestant, and Evangelical doctrines differ widely as to how salvation is carried out and how sinners are punished. Most do believe in judgment and from this standpoint we understand that Justice must be administered in some fashion. We would imagine it to be ...
Comparing theology of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, to the beliefs and doctrines of Traditional Mainstream Christian churches. The thoughts and opinions expressed are my own and do not represent the church's official positions.