Why does God allow ...?


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Freewill

When God gave His creation freewill then the door was open for bad things to happen. Freewill is a good thing. It allows us to greatly enjoy God's love because our love towards God is a voluntary response. However, freewill has a downside. There are those who abuse it and do awful things. This causes bad things to happen to people who don't deserve such treatment. We can take solace in this truth, though:

Romans 8:28 (NIV) 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.

And here's some great news: we have all been called to be part of God's purpose -- His family!




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