Inspiration
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Why does God Allow Evil?
“If you, O Lord, kept a record of sins, O Lord, who could stand?” (Psalm 130:3).
One of the common questions every person wrestles with in life is this; “God, if You are loving, just and all-powerful, why do You allow good people to suffer?”
Many choose not to believe in God because they cannot adequately explain this question.
Evangelist Billy Graham addressed this question in his book Answers to Life’s Problems:
We do not know all the reasons why God permits evil. We need to remember, however that he is not the cause of evil in this world and we should therefore not blame Him for it. Remember that God did not create evil as some believe. God created the world perfect. Man chose to defy God and go his own way and it is man’s fault that evil entered the world. Even so, God has provided the ultimate triumph of good over evil in Jesus Christ who on the cross defeated Satan and those who follow him. Christ is coming back and when He does all evil will be ended forever and righteousness and justice will prevail.
Have you ever thought about what would happen if God suddenly eliminated all the evil in this world? Not one person would be left because we are all guilty of sin.
Whenever we suffer, we should remember that the Son of God went before us, drinking the cup of suffering and death to the dregs. Because Christ is fully man and fully God we know that God understands our fears, sorrows and suffering. He identifies with us. Most important of all, the Father has given us the gift of His Son so that we don’t have to die and suffer forever in eternity.
Because Jesus suffered and dies for us, our suffering can be made like His – Purposeful and Meaningful. Evil, suffering and death came into the world when the first man and woman listened to Satan and committed the first sin. Evil was never part of the Garden of Eden. The moment Adam and Eve crossed the boundary of God’s command, evil became the terrible reality of this world.
There are some questions that will remain unresolved until we are able to meet face to face with our Creator in Heaven.
What Cancer Cannot Do
- It cannot cripple love.
- It cannot shatter hope.
- It cannot corrode faith.
- It cannot destroy peace.
- It cannot suppress memories.
- It cannot kill friendships.
- It cannot invade the soul.
- It cannot steal eternal life.
- It cannot conquer the Spirit.
The Starfish
Once upon a time there was a wise man that used to go to the ocean to do his writing. He had a habit of walking on the beach before he began his work. One day as he was walking along the shore he looked down the beach and saw a human figure moving like a dancer. He smiled to himself at the thought of someone who would dance to the day and so he walked faster to catch up.
As he got closer he noticed the figure was that of a young man and what he was doing was not dancing at all. The young man was reaching down to the shore, picking up small objects and throwing them into the ocean. He came closer still and called out “Good Morning. May I ask what it is you are doing?” The young man paused, looked up and replied, “Throwing Starfish into the ocean.” “I must ask then, why are you throwing starfish into the ocean?” asked the some what startled wise man.
To this the young man replied, “The sun is up and the tide is going out. If I don’t throw them in, they’ll die.” Upon hearing this, the wise man commented, “But young man do you realize that there are miles and miles of beach and there are starfish all along every mile? You can’t possibly make a difference!” At this the young man bent down, picked up yet another starfish and threw it into the ocean. As it met the water he said, “I made a difference to that one!”
Through encouragement we are making a difference one person at a time.
“Be joyful in hope. patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” Romans 12:12
Determined
In spite of the challenges that I might face I am determined to run the race.
In the midst of every trial and every test I’ll continue to look to Him, because in Him, I can rest.
He is my refuge, my strength, and where I put my trust. I know He loves me and does what He must.
Sometimes there are mountains, large and small. Nevertheless, He has blessed me to overcome them all.
Even when I don’t always do what I should, He always seems to work it all for my good.
Preparing me for what lies ahead, every day walking with me and always making a way.
I struggle in my inner-being from time to time, but I am thankful that Jesus is mine.
When I’m lonely and in need, God always sends someone to plant a seed.
No matter what this life brings in Him I know that I can do all things.
So no, I won’t stop and no I won’t quit because no matter what, I’m DETERMINED to make it.
Stay Determined, Stay Strong. As long as you have Jesus, You can never go wrong!
In Jesus Name
Living by Faith
Father, remind me to hold onto your promises from your word through everything I face. Your promises are true because they come from who you are. Help me remember that you are always near and you will never leave me. You will never ask me to face my trials alone. Thank you for staying by my side, giving me the strength I need.
FEAR
F = False
E = Evidence
A = Appearing
R = Real
To accomplish things we must not only Act but also Dream, not only Plan but also Believe.
It takes Courage to follow your Passions.
No amount of security is worth the suffering of a life chained to a routine that has killed your Dream.
Great Love & Great achievements involve great risk.
Your talent is God’s gift to you.
What you do with it is your gift to God.
Just Think
You’re not here by chance, but by God’s choosing.
His hand formed you and made you the person you are.
He compares you to no one else, you are one of a kind.
You lack nothing that His grace can’t give you.
He has allowed you to be here at this time in history to fulfill His special purpose for this generation.
QUOTES
“There is no problem too big and no question too small, just ask God in faith and he’ll answer them all. Not always at once so be patient and wait for God – never comes too soon or too late. So trust in his word for no prayer is unanswered and no prayer unheard.” –Helen Steiner Rice
“It’s your Attitude not your Aptitude that defines your Altitude.” —Bob Moawad
“The best day of your life is the one on which you decide your life is your own, No apologies or excuses, No one to lean on, rely on, or blame. The Gift is yours – it is an amazing journey – and you alone are responsible for the quality of it. This is the day your life really begins.” — Bob Moawad
“QUALITY begins on the inside…….then works it way out” — Bob Moawad
“Help others get ahead. you will always stand taller with someone else on your shoulders.” ― Bob Moawad
“Creativity is God’s gift to you. What you do with it is your gift to God.” ― Bob Moawad
“You can’t make footprints in the sands of time if you’re sitting on your butt. And who wants to make buttprints in the sands of time?” ― Bob Moawad
“How exciting are your dreams? Most people don’t aim too high and miss – they aim too low and hit!” ― Bob Moawad
“Attitude is willingness. Whatever you are not willing to do you are not able to benefit from”. Pastor Keith Craft, Elevate Life Church
“Faith it until you make it.” Pastor Keith Craft, Elevate Life Church
“Your attitude is the hinge upon which the door of your destiny swings.” Pastor Keith Craft, Elevate Life Church
“Anger is a God-given emotion to make you better.” Pastor Keith Craft, Pastor Elevate Life Church