War is reality.

I felt that when hearing from Dr. O'Brien yesterday. It's messy and scary, but it's very very real and in some ways, a necessary condition of human existence, though an ugly one. I really liked how O'Brien explained that since man's sin nature is at a state of hatred toward one another so that, unless everyone becomes a Christian, there will always be war. It reminds me of Thomas Hobbes' description of the natural state of man. I found this quote: "Man is a wolf to other men." Though this truth is so ugly, it's so true. Hobbes argued that this is why we need government, in order to tame us. However, I believe that even in our civilized state, we still are willing to cheat and antagonize others if it means it'll benefit ourselves. This is why I agree with O'Brien and disagree with Hobbes, ultimately. Though we are at a state of war naturally, it's not just civilization and government that we need but Christ and His love that can transform us and allow us to love selflessly in return. It is obvious that O'Brien has been changed in this way, as evidenced by his humility coupled with gentle confidence. I really enjoyed hearing him speak, so thanks for inviting him.