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    It is not the case that Omnipotence, as analyzed by Wierenga and Flint, is defined over logically possible actions, making it governed by modal necessity rather than physical law.

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    • 1.Restricting omnipotence to logical possibility assumes logic exists independently of God, limiting divine sovereignty over reality.
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    • 2.The distinction between logical and physical possibility itself depends on metaphysical assumptions that theism need not accept.
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    • 3.Classical omnipotence claims power over all states of affairs. Logical possibility is a state of affairs God could transcend.
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    • 1.Logical possibility provides an objective, non-arbitrary boundary that preserves omnipotence without requiring contradictions.
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    • 2.Modal necessity governs all rational agents, so omnipotent beings respecting logical laws demonstrates rationality, not limitation.
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    • 3.Physical laws are contingent; logical laws are necessary. True omnipotence must transcend contingency, not be bound by it.
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