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Your Question:
What's the difference between a Christian and someone who is struggling?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the concept of God's existence in the face of suffering. But the difference between a Christian and someone who is struggling is that a Christian has a framework for understanding suffering. They believe that God is sovereign and that He works all things together for good, even in the midst of pain and hardship. This understanding gives them a sense of purpose and hope, even in the midst of struggle. In contrast, someone who is struggling may feel like God is absent or uncaring. They may wonder why God allows suffering to exist, and they may feel like they're being punished or abandoned. But a Christian knows that God's love and presence are not limited to times of ease and comfort. They know that God is always working, even in the midst of suffering, to bring about good and to conform them to the image of Christ. As a Christian, I've learned to see suffering as an opportunity for growth and character development. I've seen how struggles can bring people closer to God and to each other. Of course, it's not always easy, and there are times when I feel like I'm struggling to understand why God is allowing certain things to happen. But I've learned to trust in God's sovereignty and to seek His guidance and comfort in the midst of struggle.
Sources:
hebrews
david peterson
sacred marriage
gary thomas
mere christianity
c s lewis
god
j i packer knowing
on guard
william lane craig
thinking christian about apologetics
james beilby
kingdom of the occult
walter martin
biblical critical theory
christopher watkin
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