In 2 Thessalonians 2:11, it is said that God sends strong delusion to those who have rejected the truth.
The assertion that God causes individuals to believe lies is deeply rooted in the theological understanding of God's sovereignty as presented in Scripture. Specifically, in 2 Thessalonians 2:11, it is stated that God sends strong delusion to those who did not receive the love of the truth. This divine action does not occur in a capricious manner; rather, it is a righteous response to human rebellion and a repudiation of God's truth. God, in His sovereignty, allows the consequences of their choices to manifest, demonstrating that while He is the acting sovereign, individuals bear the responsibility for their rejection of the truth. Thus, the belief in lies is both a result of divine judgment and human hardness of heart.
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