Why does God allow suffering?
Short answer
The Bible doesn't always tell us why a specific suffering happens, but it tells us God is not distant from it. In Jesus, God himself entered our suffering.
Deeper answer
Christianity does not promise a life without pain. It promises a God who is with us in pain, and who will one day make all things new.
The cross is the deepest answer: a God who would rather suffer with us and for us than stay safely far away.
From the Bible
Romans 8:18, 28
NIV“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. … And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
Revelation 21:3–4
NIV““Look! God's dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.””
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