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Your Question:
Why did god let me suffer so much?
Answer:
My friend, I can sense the pain and frustration in your words. It's as if you're asking, "Why did God let me suffer so much?" I want to share with you what I've learned from my own experiences and from Scripture. Suffering is not something God causes, but He can use it for our good. It's a mystery, and I don't pretend to fully understand it, but I do know that God is gracious and loving enough to make it count. You see, God's people have been suffering for centuries, and yet, He has used those experiences to shape us and make us more like Christ. It's not that our suffering contributes to our own improvement, but rather, it's a way for God to teach us and refine us, so that we can be more useful in His hands. I've seen this in my own life, and I've seen it in the lives of others. When we suffer, it's not just about us; it's about how God can use us to bring hope and comfort to others. I want to encourage you to look at suffering through the lens of Scripture. It's not random or senseless; it's a part of God's plan to make us more like Christ. And even when we don't understand why we're suffering, we can trust that God is working everything out for our good. 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). I'm not saying it's easy, but I am saying that God is with us in the midst of suffering, and He can use it to bring about something beautiful.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
warranted christian belief
alvin plantinga
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
depression
edward welch
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