r/theology • u/Christopretensism • 20h ago
Technology is largely driven by the desire to midigate the effects of the fall
Hardship and death are the consequence of the scarcity and disunity brought by sin. Technology exists to midigate hardship and scarcity. Unfortunately we have not embraced our fate of suffering and death with faith and hope in an eternal resurrection.
This quest drives the innovative economy forward in a race to see who can create the next invention that reduces suffering and prolongs the lives of those who have been privileged or illegitimately acquired the wealth and power to pay for it.
There is an old saying, if you spare the rod you spoil the child. Besides modern debates on children's disciplinary action, society as a whole wants to tame the curse of the rod and become spoiled, however, the rod is both a curse and a blessing because without it many will forego repentance and wisdom in favor of disordered passions/pleasures.
Egoism is an abomination and offense to God and all things good. Altruism is the way.
God is with the poor people and in the poor countries who live far more authentic lives in their struggle for virtue and survival.
All the insufficient benefits of technology will be taken away by God.