Biblical Answer

Why Does God Let Us Struggle When He's Supposed to Be All-Loving?

The concept of God's all-love can be challenging to understand, especially when faced with the reality of suffering in the world. A common question is, "Why does God let us struggle when He's supposed to be all-loving?" This question assumes that God's all-love means He should prevent all suffering. However, this assumption overlooks the nature of God's love and the human condition.

To address this question, it's essential to understand that God's love is not a sentimental feeling but an active, self-sacrificing love. The Bible describes God's love as demonstrated through Jesus Christ, who suffered and died on the cross for humanity's sins. This sacrifice shows that God's love is not just a feeling but a willingness to endure suffering for the benefit of others. When we consider God's love in this context, it becomes clear that He is not obligated to prevent all suffering. Instead, He allows suffering to occur as part of the human experience, with the ultimate goal of drawing us closer to Him.

Furthermore, God's sovereignty and human freedom play a significant role in the concept of suffering. If God were to prevent all suffering, He would be limiting human freedom and undermining the purpose of our existence, which is to have a relationship with Him. By allowing suffering, God is giving us the opportunity to choose Him and to develop our faith through trials and tribulations. This perspective on God's love and sovereignty helps to understand why He allows us to struggle, even when He is all-loving. His love is not a sentimental feeling but a self-sacrificing love that seeks to draw us closer to Himself, even in the midst of suffering.