Have you ever wondered why Chirstians don't have an easier life than pagans?
I've never met a person who has not asked that question. In fact, the single greatest struggle I've observed in the general population is the fact that there is severe suffering in the world for Christians and non-christians.
There is often a root of bitterness that grows deep and branches out widely in some folks I've attempted to pastor over the last 28 years. I do not know the specifics but I am confident of the spiritual principle. It is found in the first 5 verses of James chapter 1 and also in the first five verses of Romans chapter 5. I hope you will take time to read these two passages today and write your own perspective on the topic.
Here's a thought to get you started in your thinking:
"What’s better than answers to our why questions? ...is trusting a good, loving, and just God who has His sovereign reasons."
This is my perspective; what's yours?
I've never met a person who has not asked that question. In fact, the single greatest struggle I've observed in the general population is the fact that there is severe suffering in the world for Christians and non-christians.
There is often a root of bitterness that grows deep and branches out widely in some folks I've attempted to pastor over the last 28 years. I do not know the specifics but I am confident of the spiritual principle. It is found in the first 5 verses of James chapter 1 and also in the first five verses of Romans chapter 5. I hope you will take time to read these two passages today and write your own perspective on the topic.
Here's a thought to get you started in your thinking:
"What’s better than answers to our why questions? ...is trusting a good, loving, and just God who has His sovereign reasons."
This is my perspective; what's yours?
Brent
