Please answer my question... it's about screwtape letter!!

Question

n Chapter 12, Screwtape tells Wormwood to cultivate the "dim uneasiness" his patient feels "that he hasn't been doing very well lately." He also tells him God will not allow him to completely suppress this feeling of guilt. Why would God not allow this sense of unease or guilt to be suppressed? Is there good and bad guilt? Is there a difference between "guilt" and "feeling guilty?" Explain your thoughts and opinions.

Answer 1

Hi Luke,

 

This is a question (or prompt) asking for your opinions and thoughts.  None of the tutors here can do that for you.  What I can do is help you get started, and get organized.

 

If I remember correctly, Wormwood's "patient" is a Christian.  So, it might help to consider if there is a difference between the guilt a non-Christian feels, and the guilt a Christian feels.  It may help to consider the spiritual position or standing of the one feeling guilty.  I suggest looking at Ephesians 2 for Paul's view of the change that takes place in a Christian's life.  That could have an impact on how you look at this issue.

 

After you have your thoughts clear, work on a thesis statement that expresses your opinion clearly.  Plan to organize your thoughts in a logical way ("good" guilt, "bad" guilt; feelings in children, teens, then adults; etc.).  When you write your response (essay), begin with an introduction paragraph, and end with a concluding paragraph.

 

I hope that helps.  If you have a specific question, let me know.

 

Paul L.