Biblical Answer

HOPE-FILLED ANSWER: God's actions are sometimes harsh and may seem unfair on the surface. However, a close examination of Scripture will reveal that He is eternally good, and His actions are always for our benefit within an eternal time frame. The Bible teaches that God is sovereign over all creation and that He works all things together for the good of those who love Him (Romans 8:28). This means that even in the midst of suffering, God is working for our ultimate good, even if we cannot see it at the time.

One of the reasons bad things happen is the fact that every created being has free will. This means that humans and even angels have the ability to choose between good and evil. When we choose to sin, it brings spiritual consequences, such as death and separation from God. But God is not the author of evil. He is not the one who causes suffering and pain. Rather, He is the one who seeks to redeem us from sin and its consequences.

So, is God still good if He lets bad things happen? The answer is yes. God's goodness is not determined by our circumstances or experiences. His goodness is rooted in His eternal character, which is love, mercy, and justice. He is not a God who is capricious or arbitrary. He is a God who is always working for our good, even when we cannot see it. And He is a God who is always seeking to redeem us from sin and its consequences, even when we have chosen to rebel against Him. Ultimately, God's goodness is not something that can be measured by our finite human understanding. It is something that must be experienced and known through a personal relationship with Him. And it is something that will be fully revealed in eternity, when we see Him face to face. (1 Corinthians 13:12)