GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF SUFFERING
God is not the author of our sufferings, but of our good.
For he does not enjoy hurting people or causing them sorrow. (Lam. 3:33 NLT)
When we go through difficult moments in life which are often unavoidable, when we feel overwhelmed by circumstances, when we are confused because of the injustices we see in the world, etc. It is time to think: “This hurts a lot, I am very angry, I don’t understand what’s happening; but there’s one thing i’m sure of, God is not the cause of suffering”. The Bible says:
For no one is abandoned by the Lord forever…. he also shows compassion because of the greatness of his unfailing love. For he does not enjoy hurting people or causing them sorrow(Lam. 3:31-33 NLT)
God is the author of good!
For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. (Jeremiah 29:11 NLT)
Think about it:
How has God shown you compassion in the midst of trials?
How does knowing that God has good plans for your future help you?
How has God shown you his unfailing love?
