"How could a loving God commit genocide?" This question, in reference to the command to annihilate the Canaanites, is one that has been sourced by many atheists and skeptics alike as a reason that Christianity is not worth following. How could God out of one side of His mouth command love, mercy, grace, and redemption, and command the mass slaughter of men, women, and children? Let's dive in to part one of our four part answer to this tough question.