I love it when the good guy gets the bad guy. Delia, Sophia, and I watch, Walker, Texas Ranger, on occasion, and I like it when he is beating up the bad guys. Sophia often cheers when Walker starts kicking the bad out of them. The concept of right and wrong is deeply ingrained within humanity. Most us yearn to see justice done. We want the bad guy punished.
I think the reason this type of storyline is so appealing is because we still bear the image of God. Granted, that image is marred by sin, and we don't bear it perfectly, but the concept of good overcoming evil resonates within us. We want the bad guys thrown down, so decent, honest folks can live in peace.
The good news is that God also wants the bad guys thrown down. He not only wants it, he has seen to it. The dragon has been cast down, and is awaiting his punishment when Christ comes again. Although Satan still has some authority to vent his rage, his days are numbered. God in his patience is granting to humanity the opportunity to repent and trust. He is showing us his great mercy.
In the last days, when Christ comes in the clouds and in glory, He won't stop Satan with a roundhouse kick to the face (although that would be cool to watch). He'll stop him with a word. As quick as an exhale, he cast the old Serpent into the lake of fire. Justice will be poured out on the enemies of God, and we who believe will rejoice in his righteous judgment.
As you wait for that day, don't be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. There is a time and place in this life to fight for justice. We need to defend those who can't defend themselves, and speak up for those who have no voice. When we do these things the glory of God shines forth, because he is a defender of the weak. Just don't kick anybody in the face.
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