Biblical Answer

Why does God let us struggle when He's supposed to be all-loving?

The concept of God's sovereignty and love can be a difficult one to understand, especially when faced with suffering and hardship. Some may question why an all-loving God would permit suffering, given His supposed omnipotence and benevolence. However, the Bible teaches us that God's love is not a sentimental or emotional feeling, but rather a deep and active love that seeks the best for each individual. This love is not limited by human understanding or emotional responses, but rather is guided by God's sovereign plan for creation.

In fact, the Bible tells us that God's love is not just a feeling, but a decision. God chose to create a world where humans could freely choose to love Him or reject Him, and where suffering and hardship could be a means of drawing us closer to Him. This is evident in the life of Jesus Christ, who suffered and died for the sins of humanity, not because He was forced to, but because He loved us so much that He was willing to give up His life for us. As the Bible says, "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16)

Furthermore, the Bible teaches us that God's love is not limited by human concepts of fairness or justice. God's sovereignty is not bound by human understanding or expectations, and He can work all things together for good, even in the midst of suffering and hardship. As the Apostle Paul wrote, "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) Therefore, while it may be difficult to understand why God allows suffering, we can trust that His love is working all things together for our good, even in the midst of hardship and struggle.