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Why does God allow medical debt to destroy families?
Answer:
As a pastor, I have seen many families struggle with medical debt. It's a heavy burden to bear, and it can be devastating to families. But, as I reflect on the biblical account of God's relationship with humanity, I realize that God's allowing medical debt to destroy families is not a straightforward issue. On one hand, God is not under an absolute indebtedness to humanity, as He is not a creditor in the classical sense. He is not a master who can be held accountable for the debts of His people. However, I believe that God does allow medical debt to destroy families as a means of revealing His justice and mercy. Through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, God has provided a way for humanity to pay the debt of sin, which is the root cause of many medical problems. But, for those who do not trust in Christ, God's justice demands that they face the consequences of their sin, including medical debt. In this sense, God's allowing medical debt to destroy families is a manifestation of His justice, which is also His mercy, as it reveals the need for redemption and the hope of salvation through Christ. As a pastor, I have seen many families find hope and healing in the midst of medical debt. They have come to understand that God's allowing them to experience the consequences of their sin is not a rejection, but a call to repentance and faith in Christ. Through this process, they have found a deeper understanding of God's love and mercy, and have been able to find healing and restoration in their lives. In this sense, God's allowing medical debt to destroy families is not a destruction, but a transformation, leading people to a deeper understanding of His love and a greater dependence on Him.
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kingdom of cults
walter martin
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tony lane
why does god allow evil
clay jones
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millard erickson
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isaiah
paul wegner
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