Jul 30 (edited) in GENERAL DISCUSSION
If God is Good and All-Powerful, Why Does He Allow Suffering? π€
There are several reasons why suffering exists despite God's loving and all-powerful nature, which we can find in The Word. One reason is that God gives humans free will, allowing them to make their own choices. This freedom permits true love and moral decisions but also opens the door for evil and suffering (Deuteronomy 30:19). π Suffering also helps people grow spiritually and develop virtues like patience and compassion, as mentioned in Romans 5:3-4. π±
Additionally, suffering is also a result of living in a fallen world, broken by original sin when humanity turned away from God (Genesis 3:17-19). πAnother perspective is that suffering is part of a bigger plan that we can't fully understand but ultimately serves a greater good, as noted in Romans 8:28. π Suffering can also be a test of faith, illustrated by the story of Job (Job 1:21-22). π‘οΈ Furthermore, God promises to be with those who suffer, providing comfort and strength (Psalm 23:4). πͺ
Christians also believe that suffering is temporary and will be overcome in a new, perfect world without pain or tears, as promised in Revelation 21:4. πSuffering can result from natural events like illness and disasters, which are part of living in a physical world (Matthew 5:45). π§οΈ Much suffering is caused by human actions, such as violence, injustice, and neglect, stemming from moral failures and societal issues (James 4:1-2). ποΈ Lastly, some suffering remains a mystery and is beyond our understanding, as acknowledged in Isaiah 55:8-9. These different explanations help us make sense of why suffering exists in the world, and its important to know that through it all, God will use it all for good for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28).
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If God is Good and All-Powerful, Why Does He Allow Suffering? π€
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