Q. Why Did God Let Covid-19 Happen?
Listen first to the episode “Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?”
God didn’t want us to be his toys, but his friend.
God doesn’t MAKE bad things happen but he does let them happen.
God could stop it. He has the power to do anything.
Bible Verse: Luke 1:37 “Nothing is impossible for God!”
God has power over sicknesses.
But God chooses not to do some things.
eg God chooses not to sin.
He chooses not to hate people when they hate him.
People were wondering similar things in Jesus’ time regarding why people were born with ailments. It was generally assumed in society at the time that it was sin that caused certain people to have bad things happen to them in their lives.
Bible Verse: John 9:1-12
So many people in life think that it is about having a fun time and doing things that make you laugh; being happy.
This is not true.
Life is about getting your enjoyment from God no matter what the circumstances. (Listen to this episode on What Is The Meaning Of Life? from last week if you haven't already!)
God says that many bad things will happen in life. Expect it. In the world you will have tribulation (troubles).
Bible Verse: John 16:33 “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”
This is a sad verse and a happy one. We will have troubles but it will end up good in the end. God wrote the beginning and the end of the world.
Do you ever sneak to the last few pages of a book to find out how it ends?
I’ve read the back of the book and it all works out in the end!
Discussion Questions:
Why do you think God let Covid-19 happen?
If you knew someone who was doubting that God is a loving and kind God because of all the horrible things that have been happening this year, what is one thing you might say to them that would encourage them to keep on having faith in God?
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