Biblical Answer

Why did God let me get into a car accident?

When we consider why God allowed us to experience suffering, it's essential to recognize that our faulty theology of suffering often hinders us from understanding God's plan. Many of us assume that God wants to heal us because He loves us and has a wonderful plan for our lives. While this is true, it's not the entire picture. We must also consider God's sovereignty over all creation. God is the One Who sustains and governs the universe, and He is not limited by our human understanding or expectations.

God's sovereignty doesn't mean He is uncaring or uninvolved. Rather, it means He is working everything out for our good, even in the midst of suffering. We see this in Romans 8:28, which states, "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." This verse reminds us that God is not the author of suffering, but He is the One Who can bring good out of it. When we experience suffering, it's an opportunity for us to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, even when we don't understand the circumstances.

The question of why God allowed us to experience suffering is often linked to the concept of free will. If God constantly intervened, the regularities we must rely on in deciding how to act would be absent. In other words, God's intervention would undermine our ability to make choices and decisions. By allowing us to experience suffering, God is giving us the opportunity to choose Him, to trust in His goodness, and to experience His presence in the midst of adversity. As Psalm 91:11-12 reminds us, God's angels are watching over us, and they will bear us up, lest we dash our foot against a stone. This doesn't mean we won't experience suffering, but it means God is always working to bring us good, even in the midst of it.

In conclusion, God's sovereignty and goodness are not mutually exclusive. He is not the author of suffering, but He is the One Who can bring good out of it. When we experience suffering, it's an opportunity for us to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, even when we don't understand the circumstances. By choosing to trust in Him, we can experience His presence in the midst of adversity and find comfort in His goodness.

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