Yes, Satan rebelled. Yes, Adam and Eve freely chose sin, and with it death and suffering. And yes, the all-powerful, happy God could have intervened to prevent those choices. If that intervention would have brought him more glory and us more good, no doubt he would have done it. But God, in his wisdom, determined that not even rebellion and sin could thwart his plan to further his happiness and that of his people.
The author, Randy Alcorn, explores the complexities of evil and suffering in relation to God's nature. He acknowledges that Satan's rebellion and Adam and Eve's decision to sin resulted in death and suffering. Despite God's omnipotence and ability to intervene, he chose not to do so. Alcorn suggests that if such intervention aligned with God's glory and the well-being of humanity, He would have acted differently.
Moreover, Alcorn emphasizes that God's wisdom transcends human understanding. He believes that even in the face of rebellion and sin, God's overarching plan remains intact, ultimately leading to the happiness of both God and His people. This perspective offers a profound insight into the relationship between divine sovereignty and human choice.
