Biblical Answer

The Sovereignty of God in Suffering

The question of why God allows suffering is a complex and age-old one. From a biblical perspective, we must acknowledge that God is sovereign over all creation, including the suffering and pain that we experience. The Bible teaches that God is all-powerful and all-knowing, and that He is in control of all things (Psalm 115:3, Isaiah 46:10). This means that God is not limited by human understanding or constraints, and that He can see the end from the beginning (Isaiah 46:10). When we ask why God allowed our mom to die, we are essentially asking why God chose not to intervene in a particular situation.

The Purpose of Suffering

The Bible teaches that God uses suffering to accomplish His purposes and to bring about spiritual growth and maturity in His people. In Romans 8:28, the Apostle Paul writes, "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." This means that even in the midst of suffering, God is working to bring about good and to accomplish His purposes. When our mom died, God may have been working to bring about spiritual growth and maturity in our family, or to bring us closer to Himself. We may never fully understand the reasons behind her death, but we can trust that God is working all things together for our good.

Finding Hope in Suffering

In the midst of suffering, it's easy to feel hopeless and to question God's sovereignty. But the Bible teaches us to trust in God's goodness and to find hope in His promises. In Psalm 34:18, David writes, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." This means that even in the midst of suffering, God is near to us and is working to bring us comfort and peace. When we ask why God allowed our mom to die, we can trust that He is working to bring about good and to bring us closer to Himself. We can also trust that He will give us the strength and courage we need to face the challenges of life, and to find hope and comfort in the midst of suffering. (2 Corinthians 12:9-10)