So Many Whys

Amid our world in crisis, our homeland in chaos—each putting Christians’ (and unbelievers') lives and freedoms at risk—questions surface. If God is in control, then why? Why does He allow wars and unrest, health issues, deaths of loved ones, repeated weather catastrophes, financial dilemmas? Creator God has authority over all He made, but He didn’t create the crisis and chaotic happenings; that’s on humanity.

Some of the calamities and turmoil we face are demonic distractions with the intent of keeping people in states of busyness, confusion, panic, fear, or all four. And since God created us with free will, selfishness and corruption often tempt world leaders to make wrong, self-serving decisions disastrous for their people—we sometimes make poor choices regarding our health and personal or family needs. Such actions lead to costly consequences. Other times, our Maker sees us as worthy instruments to carry out His plans and purposes through challenging circumstances. It’s okay to ask God questions but not challenge Him; He always has His best in mind for His children.

As believers, we know how the story of this world ends, and a better, perfect one awaits. But until that day, we are victorious overcomers over life’s challenges: “But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Corinthians 15:57). Praise God that Jesus’ death and resurrection gave us victory over sin, Satan, death, the grave, and hell. Along with the whys, be steadfast and faithful in God’s work.