made the world and didnt leave. So is Augustine implying that if someone makes something and abandons it, that he or she shouldnt be loved? I think Augustine is implying that only those who create something and stay around should be loved. I agree with Augustine about this. If God would of created the world and left, I would of thought he created the world by mistake. By sticking around or admitting to creating the world, I feel as if God is able and willing to deal with whatever circumstances that may come His way. Augustine tells sinners to return to their heart and abide to God. Is Augustine saying that God doesnt create evil? Or is he saying that sinners learn to love evil and evil takes over their hearts? If God created everything, didnt he create evil as well? I think God created the devil, who was banned from Gods kingdom, and he began preaching against Gods word. If God created the devil and the devil created evil, then God created evil. I dont think God directly created evil, but indirectly through the devil. God realized that evil isnt good so he made the devil exit his kingdom. Augustine begins to talk about how his marriage was arranged. Great effort was made to get me married. I proposed, the girl was promised me. (pg. 102) He continues to state that his mother wanted him to get married. Is Augustine truly in love with this girl? I dont think so, if he was truly in love with her he wouldnt need his mother to decide on marriage. I think Augustine really cared about this girl, but was being influenced to marry her by his mother. He goes on to explain how the girl wanted him to show her a vision for their future marriage. It seems to me as if the girl isnt all that sure about their love. I think she is telling Augustine this, to see if he truly loves her with all his heart and to see if hes ready to get married. Augustine mentions the idea about receiving personal glory when ones loved. Augustine is...
