But on the other hand, evil exists, and many feel morally compelled to resist it, with force if necessary, to protect the weak and the innocent. We are not hawks, but we’re not quite doves either. We find ourselves caught in the middle. My point here isn’t theological, political, or ethical. I’m not trying to make an argument for or against pacifism, an argument for or against Christians using force to face evil in the world. My point is that we’re psychologically drawn to the “dove with claws” position.
