A fallen creation presents occasions for God to reveal other things, too. For example, as "the god of this world" how did Satan's rule go? Perhaps his "rule" will be an eternal warning - showing what is produced when a creature attempts to displace God. And look at the children he fathered ... us! Jesus told the Pharisees their father was the devil (Jn 8:44). Morally responsible creatures out from under the moral jurisdiction of the true and living God produce an age of violence, perversities and death.

"I Don't Like This! I Never Asked to be Born!"

Well, I'm not so thrilled either. But, if my suspicions are accurate, can you stop God? He alone can stop, or restrict, His actions. " ... He does according to His will in the host of heaven (angels) and among the inhabitants of earth; and no one can ward off His Hand or say to Him, 'What have You done?'" (Dan 4:35).

"For the Lord of Hosts has planned, and who can frustrate it? And as for His outstretched Hand, who can turn it back?" (Isa 14:27).

"Even from eternity, I am He; and there is none who can deliver out of My Hand; I act and who can reverse it?" (Isa 43:13).

"I know that You can do all things, and that no purpose of Yours can be thwarted" (Job 42:2).

"... our God is in the heavens; He does whatever He pleases" (Ps 115:3).

Also read Job 9:1-12, Isaiah 45:9 and Romans 9:10-22.

Conclusion

I believe this situation of fallen moral creatures will prove to be a once in eternity, limited event. Only the fallen angels and man will ever be infected by sin. Other orders of sentient beings - assuming others do, or will, exist - will never experience sin. I know the views presented here may not sit well with some of you. But if you have a better answer as to why a perfect God created imperfect beings ... well, I'm listening.

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