Quote by Eric Butterworth

Evil, and evil spirits, devils and devil possession, are the outgrowth of man's inadequate consciousness of God. We must avoid thinking of evil as a thing in itself-a force that works against man or, against God, if you will.

Evil, and evil spirits, devils and devil possession, are the

Summary

This quote suggests that evil, such as evil spirits and demonic possessions, is a result of humanity's limited awareness and understanding of God. It emphasizes that evil should not be perceived as a separate and opposing force to man or God. Instead, it argues that evil is a product of our own shortcomings in comprehending the divine. In essence, the quote encourages individuals to shift their perspective and view evil as a manifestation of human ignorance rather than a distinct power.

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Evil

By Eric Butterworth

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