Why do bad things happen? Over a long period of time theologians and philosopher's have tried to figure out why there is suffering, why bad things happen to good people.
Some think it is a consequence of sin. Gal. 6: 7 "Do not be deceived; God is not mocked, for you reap whatever you sow." Some believe it is a test of faith, as the case of Job. The Bible tells us that at times suffering can be a learning experience and God is our teacher - Heb. 5: 8 and 12: 7-11.
Through life's experiences I have come to believe that it just part of living in this out of sync world. Instead of asking why maybe we should ask God what can we learn from these experiences. Through it all, we need to remember God's promise - Rom. 8: 35-39 . . . ."nothing can separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus".
With this assurance we can look to the future. After all this world is not our home. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Ps. 46: 1
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