Why am I going through this?
Where is God in this?
I guess the third question really sums up peoples frustration when things in this life are not going well.
Where is God in this? Well the answer is quite simple, He is smack dab right in the middle of "it!" It being whatever it is you are going through.
So I guess the next logical question to that comment would be why? Why would God be in the middle of this suffering or this problem? And the answer to that is because He is in control of absolutely everything that happens in this universe which means that there is purpose in EVERYTHING!
Oh there was a time when I was taught and believed that "some things just happen!" That God is not in control of the bad things that happen on this earth. But then I came to my senses and realized through much bible reading and study that God very well be in charge of everything, otherwise we are not only worshipping an impotent God but we would all be in big trouble. Anyway it just doesn't make sense that we would on one hand say that God created the heavens and the earth and everything in them but He isn't in control of cancer or an auto accident. "What?" He can create the oceans and the sun and the moon but when it comes to a disease or an accident He was on vacation, or sleeping or has lost His power? That doesn't make any sense. Yes we live in a fallen world and Satan is always seeking ways to wreak havoc but only if God lets Him!
Job 1:8-12
8 Then the Lord said to Satan, “Have you considered My servant Job, that there is none like him on the earth, a blameless and upright man, one who fears God and shuns evil?”
9 So Satan answered the Lord and said, “Does Job fear God for nothing? 10 Have You not made a hedge around him, around his household, and around all that he has on every side? You have blessed the work of his hands, and his possessions have increased in the land. 11 But now, stretch out Your hand and touch all that he has, and he will surely curse You to Your face!”
12 And the Lord said to Satan, “Behold, all that he has is in your power; only do not lay a hand on hisperson.”
9 So Satan answered the Lord and said, “Does Job fear God for nothing? 10 Have You not made a hedge around him, around his household, and around all that he has on every side? You have blessed the work of his hands, and his possessions have increased in the land. 11 But now, stretch out Your hand and touch all that he has, and he will surely curse You to Your face!”
12 And the Lord said to Satan, “Behold, all that he has is in your power; only do not lay a hand on hisperson.”
God is in control! But there is something we all need to grasp about Gods purpose and plan, God's plan has everything to do with our eternity. So what we experience here in this short life is always about moving us toward the truth. His truth, which is embodied in His son Jesus. This training ground, that we call life, will not all be pleasant. You all already know that. But the final outcome will be beyond amazing, spectacular, and glorious.
When you become God conscious, (trusting and acknowledging God in all circumstances) you are well on your way to knowing the truth, and the truth will set you free!
There is no such thing as an accident when you become God conscious. You will realize that God always has a greater purpose which is always to bring you and others closer to the truth.
Genesis 50:19-20
19 But Joseph said to them, “Don’t be afraid. Am I in the place of God? 20 You intended to harm me,but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.
So where is God? He is speaking loud and clear through all the experiences of your life. Learn to tune in! More on that coming soon.
God has a plan for your life and you want to hear something crazy? "You are in it right now! You, just like millions of others, may not realize it yet.
One more thought for the day: Stop thinking of church as a place or a routine! It is neither!
See you soon. Love, pastor Kent
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