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Your Question:
Why is God letting me suffer so much?
Answer:
My friend, I can sense the pain and frustration in your words. It's natural to feel that way when we're going through difficult times. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the question of why God allows suffering. But I want to share with you a perspective that has helped me and many others. It's not that God causes our suffering, but He can use it for our good. He's a loving and gracious God who wants to refine us, to make us more like Him. You see, suffering can be a catalyst for growth, for learning, and for deepening our relationship with God. It's a reminder that we're not in control, and that's a hard pill to swallow. But it's also an opportunity to trust Him, to surrender to His will, and to find comfort in His presence. As the Bible says, "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance" (James 1:2-3). It's not easy, but it's a chance to learn and grow. I want to encourage you to look to the example of Jesus, who suffered for our sins. He didn't suffer because He was a victim of circumstance, but because He chose to suffer for our sake. And in His suffering, He showed us the depth of God's love and compassion. So, even in the midst of our own suffering, we can find hope and comfort in knowing that God is with us, that He's working everything out for our good, and that He's using our struggles to make us more like Him.
Sources:
depression
edward welch
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
warranted christian belief
alvin plantinga
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
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