What does the Bible say about sickness in relation to God's love?

In John 11, we see that Jesus loved Lazarus yet allowed him to become sick, indicating that sickness is not an indicator of God's absence or disfavor. Believers should expect sickness and suffering as part of life in a fallen world. This expectation is grounded in the understanding that all humanity is subject to sin and its consequences, including sickness. Rather than viewing sickness as punishment, we should see it as an opportunity for God’s love to manifest in profound ways. When believers experience affliction, it is not a lack of faith but rather a deepening of their faith and reliance on God's grace.