The Bible Doesn’t Say That: The Wrong Question

The Bible Doesn't Say That Part 4 - Every person suffers. We all go through moments that lead us to ask "Why?" Culture attempts to answer the question by suggesting, "Karma" or "It is what it is" or "Life's not fair." The gospel redirects our hearts from asking "why" to asking "how." Only the gospel acknowledges the reality of suffering in the world, and provides hope that when we suffer we can suffer well! How? Because we know that we will never experience the ultimate suffering that Jesus experienced for us! 

 

1. Reflect: When you suffer, what questions do you tend to ask? Do the answers you find bring you any comfort?
   
   
2. Write: Write a letter to God today. Share with him the suffering you or someone you know is going through. Conclude your letter by thanking God that the ultimate suffering you deserve - separation from Him - Jesus experienced on your behalf!
   
   
3. Read: Matthew 27:27-50. The suffering of Jesus was total: physical, relational, and spiritual. He was separated from everyone He knew. He did this so you would never have to! Praise God!
   
   
4. Do: Connect with another Christian today. It can be any length of time. Share with them the suffering you are experiencing. Ask them to gospel your heart by reminding you of the truth of what Jesus did!
   
   
5. Pray: Adore God for sending His Son to suffer on your account. Admit that often you trade faith in God to find answers to “why” questions. Aspire to allow the Holy Spirit to lead you to believe in what you know - the gospel - not what you see!