A way which seems right
Our own plans often seem fine. However, it is best to get input from wise people.
The philosophical view that an act is morally right, if and only if that act maximizes the good.
Paul forbade us from doing evil that good may result.
Our own plans often seem fine. However, it is best to get input from wise people.
The LORD God forbade the kings from gathering great wealth. Or a great number of wives. However, most kings disobeyed these commands. They became the bad guys.
Some faith-leaders do not teach the truth from the LORD God. Instead, they teach whatever people pay them to say. They are false prophets.
Jehu assassinates Ahab’s descendants. Jehu assassinates every prophet and follower of Baal. King Jehu dies.
Many Christians base their moral decisions on outcomes. If the consequences are good, they say it is OK to do anything that is necessary. However, we believers CANNOT do evil that good may result.