The Problem of Selective Miracles

The Problem of Selective Miracles Andrew Hronich Princeton Theological Seminary, amhronich@liberty.edu

The Problem of Selective Miracles

Abstract

The problem of evil designates an umbrella of similarly related arguments linked together by family characteristics. Within this larger genus, the problem of selective miracles stands apart as a particularly underdeveloped species of argument that analytical and philosophical theologians have failed to adequately reckon with. By contextualizing this peculiar argument within an adequate metaethical framework, this article synthesizes a deontological framework with the elucidating work of John Peckham and his cosmic warfare theodicy. It further repudiates alternative approaches to the problem of selective miracles proffered by consequentialists and process theologians. In sum, the article contends that Peckham's cosmic warfare theodicy paired with a deontological foundation offers the most promising avenue in addressing the mystifying problem of selective miracles.