Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people?
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God allows adverse circumstances to ultimately display His sovereignty and grace, as shown in the stories of David and his sons.
The sermon acknowledges the difficult narratives within the Scriptures, such as that of Abimelech and Absalom, where seemingly good individuals face tragic outcomes. This illustrates that even God's chosen, like David, face struggles due to sin's pervasive nature. However, these accounts also reveal God's overarching sovereignty, which allows Him to work through situations for His glory and for the good of those who love Him (Romans 8:28). Furthermore, God's grace is evident in how He brings about redemption and transformation in the lives of those who trust Him, confirming that He can turn adverse circumstances into blessings, reaffirming the truth that nothing is too difficult for God.
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