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Your Question:
Why did God take away my loved one?
Answer:
My friend, I can sense the depth of your pain and confusion. As a pastor, I've walked alongside many people through similar struggles. I want to offer some comfort and insight from Scripture. In Psalm 22, we see Jesus, who was sinless, crying out to God, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" This was not a cry of anger or rejection, but rather a cry of desolation and abandonment. As we reflect on this passage, it's clear that God did not cause Jesus' suffering, but rather, he bore the weight of our sins voluntarily. He took full responsibility for our transgressions and in doing so, he experienced spiritual abandonment. This passage teaches us that even in the midst of suffering, God is not distant or uncaring. He is actively involved, and he can use our pain for our good. When we face difficult circumstances, it's natural to wonder why God seems far away. But the truth is, God is always present, even in the midst of suffering. He is gracious and loving, and he can use our pain to draw us closer to him. As the psalmist wrote, "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit" (Psalm 34:18). May you find comfort in this truth, my friend, and may you know the presence of God in the midst of your pain.
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