Could Atheists Be Closer to God’s Idea of Goodness?

What if atheists are more aligned with God’s idea of goodness than some religious people? Many people pray and do good deeds expecting rewards, heaven, or protection from hell. It can make faith look like a transaction. Atheists who help others may do so without expecting any divine reward. They may simply believe it is right to be kind. So, who would God respect more: someone who does good for a reward, or someone who does good for no reward at all?

Use The App To Win ₦1m

Stories are shared by community members. This article does not represent the official view of NaijaWorld — the author is solely responsible for its content.