Biblical Answer

The Nature of God's Love

The question of why God allows suffering when He is supposed to be all-loving is a complex one. However, it is essential to understand that God's love is not limited by human concepts of love. God's love is not a feeling, but an action. It is an all-encompassing, all-powerful, and all-knowing love that seeks the best for all creation.

The Purpose of Suffering

Suffering is not the absence of God's love, but rather a means to an end. It is a way for us to experience God's love and to develop a deeper relationship with Him. 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). Suffering can be a refining process, allowing us to grow in faith, hope, and love. It can also be a means of drawing us closer to God, as we cry out to Him for help and guidance.

The Sovereignty of God

God's sovereignty is not limited by our understanding of His love. He is the all-powerful, all-knowing God who has a plan for each of us. He knows what is best for us, even when we do not. His love is not limited by human concepts of fairness or justice. He is not bound by the same rules as humans. God's love is a mystery that we cannot fully comprehend, but we can trust that He is working all things together for our good. As the Bible says, "And we know that God causes all things to work together for the good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose" (Romans 8:28). We can trust that God's love is always working for our good, even in the midst of suffering.