It seems we have very different understandings of Scripture, prophecy, and the spiritual battle at play in this world. While I respect your right to your views, I must point out a few critical flaws in your reasoning.
First, to dismiss the existence of Satan as merely the "absence of goodness" contradicts the biblical account. Scripture is clear: Satan is a real, active being who seeks to deceive and destroy (1 Peter 5:8). Yeshua Himself spoke of Satan as the father of lies (John 8:44) and as a tempter (Matthew 4:1-11). If you choose not to believe in him, it blinds you to a significant part of the spiritual battle outlined in the Bible.
Regarding Armageddon, your suggestion that it has already occurred shows a misunderstanding of the sequence of events prophesied in Scripture. Revelation describes specific, unmistakable occurrences leading to Armageddon, including the rise of the Antichrist, the mark of the beast, and global persecution of believers (Revelation 13). These events have not yet taken place, so it is premature—and incorrect—to claim that Armageddon has already happened.
Your statement that the Bible and prophecy are symbolic and spiritual ignores the duality of their nature. Prophecy often combines symbolic elements with real-world fulfillments. For example, Daniel's visions (Daniel 7-12) were both symbolic and precise, predicting the rise and fall of empires. Revelation follows the same pattern, pointing to real-world events yet to come.
The idea that "we do not have an interventionist God" conflicts with the countless biblical accounts of divine intervention, from the Exodus to the resurrection of Yeshua. While God often works through human agents, His hand is clearly present in guiding history and fulfilling His will.
Lastly, the notion that "removing ignorance and sharing resources would eliminate sin" misses the heart of the problem. Sin is not merely a societal issue; it is a condition of the human heart (Romans 3:23). No amount of education or resource redistribution can erase humanity's inherent sinfulness—only the redemptive work of Yeshua can do that.
I can see that we likely won't agree on these points, as we view the Bible through very different lenses. However, I encourage you to examine Scripture deeply and prayerfully, allowing it to shape your perspective rather than projecting human ideas onto it. The truth of God's Word is unchanging, and its fulfillment will come as written, whether or not we choose to believe it.
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