Question for the Christians posting.

I mean no disrespect as I was raised Catholic myself but I've started questioning a lot. I have a question that no one's ever been able to answer. If everything that happens is God's will, then why do innocent children die of cancer every day, why are they born with horrific birth defects, why would God want a child to suffer in this way? From a mom who's lived it first hand.

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PrivateHell · M

Not everything tgat happens is God's will. God has a plan, and uses tragedy sometimes for the greater good, but He does not cause the tragedy, and mankind has the ability to act on their own (free will).

Children are born with horrible defects and diseases. Sometimes, people become stronger, more patient and loving from raising such kids. I know I have. Children with these ailments can show us throw true meaning of love and a fighting spirit.

Plus, if a child is born with a cancer (for example), and their parent or sibling goes on to learn how to treat tgat cancer, or research a cure for it, God used their tragedy to bring something good into the world.

We don't always know God's plans, or what He has in mind for us. Sometimes, our pain and anger make it easy to blame Him and miss the true gifts He gives.

Hope this helps.

SW-User

@PrivateHell I believe it’s not his perfect will but certainly his permissive will. He’s in control of every and all.

bijouxbroussard · F

@PrivateHell It just seems that an omnipotent being would at least protect those worshipping him from the free will of others.