Biblical Answer

The Futility of Complaining about Unfairness

It's natural to feel frustrated and unfair when life doesn't go as we planned. We might ask, "Why should we get into trouble if we just forget the negative and only focus on positive things?" or "Why is the greatest good not achieved by simply pursuing the positive without limits?" However, the Bible teaches us that our experiences, whether fair or unfair, are an opportunity to trust in God's sovereignty and goodness. Job's story in the Bible is a great example of this. Despite his feelings of injustice, Job's heart remained steadfast in trusting God, even when his circumstances seemed completely unfair.

The Paradox of Desire and Reality

We often desire good things, but we fail to achieve them because we avoid, procrastinate, or make excuses. This is evident in Romans 7:15, where the apostle Paul laments, "I do not do the good I want to do, but the evil I do not want to do—this I keep doing." This paradox of desire and reality can lead to feelings of frustration and unfairness. However, the Bible reminds us that our limitations and failures are an opportunity for growth and dependence on God. We are not perfect, and our efforts to achieve good things will often fall short. But this doesn't mean we should give up or become disillusioned with God. Instead, we should trust in His goodness and sovereignty, even when our circumstances seem unfair.

The Sovereignty of God

The Bible teaches us that God is sovereign over all creation, including our lives. This means that everything that happens, whether good or bad, is ultimately under His control. While it may seem unfair at times, God's sovereignty is not about being cruel or unjust. Rather, it's about His goodness and love being revealed in our lives, even in the midst of difficulties and challenges. As the Bible says, "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose" (Romans 8:28). This means that even when life seems unfair, we can trust that God is working everything out for our good, and that His plan is ultimately perfect. By trusting in God's sovereignty and goodness, we can find peace and contentment, even in the midst of uncertainty and unfairness.