God symphatizes
The headlines: storms destroy homes, earthquake wrecks a city and terrorist attacks claim innocent lives. In a world where peace and security seems to be lurking somewhere else, people question God. “Why?” Where is the Lord in these times? Does God really care?
” He who does not love does not know God, for God is love.” – 1 John 4:8
It is not wrong to ask God such questions for Habakkuk also asked “Why do You show me iniquity, and cause me to see trouble? For plundering and violence are before me; there is strife, and contention arises.”(Habakkuk 1:3). God did not reprove him but instead those words were written in the Bible. But note what James 1:13 says: “Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am tempted by God”; for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone.”
Let’s in back to the question, does God really care? Yes!
He gave us the Earth, which is rich in natural wonders, amazing fauna and bountiful land.
“Nevertheless He did not leave Himself without witness, in that He did good, gave us rain from heaven and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness.” – Acts 14:17
“For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse.” – Romans 1:20
He gave us a marvellous body for us to enjoy everyday which enables us to taste great food, to watch the beautiful sunset, to hear the children’s laughter and to feel the warmth of a tender loving heart.
“I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvellous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well.” – Psalms 139:14
He gave us wisdom that helps us to face everyday problems and worries.
“The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple, the statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes.” – Psalms 19:7, 8
“Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path.” – Psalms 119:105
“Thus says the LORD, your Redeemer, The Holy One of Israel:
“I am the LORD your God, who teaches you to profit, who leads you by the way you should go.” – Isaiah 48:17
He provides up hope and the hope to live forever in Paradise and to see our love ones again.
“And Jesus said to him, “Assuredly, I say to you, today you will be with Me in Paradise.” – Luke 23:43
“Do not marvel at this; for the hour is coming in which all who are in the graves will hear His voice and come forth—those who have done good, to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil, to the resurrection of condemnation.” – John 5:28, 29
He sent His beloved Son, Jesus, to die for us being the redeemer of our sins with the promise of eternal life.
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” – John 3:16
He established the Messianic Kingdom in heavens and gave us assurance of His great Kingdom to rule the Earth.
“For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace of the increase of His government and peace. There will be no end, upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, to order it and establish it with judgment and justice from that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.” – Isaiah 9:6, 7
“Then the seventh angel sounded: And there were loud voices in heaven, saying, “The kingdoms of this world have become the kingdoms of our Lord and of His Christ, and He shall reign forever and ever!” – Revelations 11:15
He invites us to come close to Him through prayers and through our hearts and He will hear us.
“Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him.” – 1 John5:14, 15
He constantly assures us of his fervent love and sympathy.
“In this the love of God was manifested toward us, that God has sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him. In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins.” – 1 John4:9, 10
God is always there for us, and we must be there for Him. Thank God for everything.
“We love Him because He first loved us.” – 1 John4:19
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The headlines: storms destroy homes, earthquake wrecks a city and terrorist attacks claim innocent lives. In a world where peace and security seems to be lurking somewhere else, people question God. “Why?” Where is the Lord in these times? Does God really care?
” He who does not love does not know God, for God is love.” – 1 John 4:8
It is not wrong to ask God such questions for Habakkuk also asked “Why do You show me iniquity, and cause me to see trouble? For plundering and violence are before me; there is strife, and contention arises.”(Habakkuk 1:3). God did not reprove him but instead those words were written in the Bible. But note what James 1:13 says: “Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am tempted by God”; for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone.”
Let’s in back to the question, does God really care? Yes!
He gave us the Earth, which is rich in natural wonders, amazing fauna and bountiful land.
“Nevertheless He did not leave Himself without witness, in that He did good, gave us rain from heaven and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness.” – Acts 14:17
“For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse.” – Romans 1:20
He gave us a marvellous body for us to enjoy everyday which enables us to taste great food, to watch the beautiful sunset, to hear the children’s laughter and to feel the warmth of a tender loving heart.
“I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvellous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well.” – Psalms 139:14
”He gave us wisdom that helps us to face everyday problems and worries
The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple, the statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes.” – Psalms 19:7, 8
“Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path.” – Psalms 119:105
“Thus says the LORD, your Redeemer, The Holy One of Israel:
“I am the LORD your God, who teaches you to profit, who leads you by the way you should go.” – Isaiah 48:17
He provides up hope and the hope to live forever in Paradise and to see our love ones again.
“And Jesus said to him, “Assuredly, I say to you, today you will be with Me in Paradise.” – Luke 23:43
“Do not marvel at this; for the hour is coming in which all who are in the graves will hear His voice and come forth—those who have done good, to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil, to the resurrection of condemnation.” – John 5:28, 29
He sent His beloved Son, Jesus, to die for us being the redeemer of our sins with the promise of eternal life.
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” – John 3:16
He established the Messianic Kingdom in heavens and gave us assurance of His great Kingdom to rule the Earth.
“For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace of the increase of His government and peace. There will be no end, upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, to order it and establish it with judgment and justice from that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.” – Isaiah 9:6, 7
“Then the seventh angel sounded: And there were loud voices in heaven, saying, “The kingdoms of this world have become the kingdoms of our Lord and of His Christ, and He shall reign forever and ever!” – Revelations 11:15
He invites us to come close to Him through prayers and through our hearts and He will hear us.
“Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him.” – 1 John5:14, 15
He constantly assures us of his fervent love and sympathy.
“In this the love of God was manifested toward us, that God has sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him. In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins.” – 1 John4:9, 10
“We love Him because He first loved us.” – 1 John4:19
God is always there for us, and we must be there for Him. Thank God for everything.
