That which has been is that which will be, and that which has been done is that which will be done. So there is nothing new under the sun. Ecclesiastes 1:9
It’s all happened before. But this time around, it’s fresh in our mind. Inconceivable. Who is responsible?
For the wages of sin is death… Romans 6:23
A fallen world. It’s what we live in and what we’ve played a part in. That sin problem is one we all have. I know people don’t like to hear that. I don’t either.
But it is what it is. There’s no escaping it. If nothing else has convinced you that evil indeed exists, Friday’s tragedy must have struck a chord. That evil was on full display in a way that none of us can comprehend.
In the end, there’s no law of the land that will fix this particular problem. No government solution. Programs and outreach, education and safety measures, are all things that are good, beneficial and even necessary {although we might disagree on which ones would be most helpful!}. I find myself wondering, though, if they will only treat the symptoms and not the cause.
What then is the treatment? The solution that will fix all of this?
It isn’t an answer that will please everyone. It’s probably rather offensive at times. And in some ways, I get that. Because as a Christian, I have questions too. I feel anger, disbelief, helplessness. Nothing compared to the families and friends of the victims, by any means. But many of us are experiencing these things right now with abandon. And rightfully so. Yet here is where we can find comfort.
…but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23b
But we do not want you to be uninformed, brethren, about those who are asleep, so that you will not grieve as do the rest who have no hope. 1 Thessalonians 4:13
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort who comforts us in our affliction so that we will be able to comfort those who are in any affliction with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Grace! Love! Hope! The glorious mercy of the Father given to us through the Son. That sin problem of ours he took upon Himself on the cross. Nothing we’ve done to earn it. We’re separated from Him, but He wants to bring us to Himself because of His love. Just like He loves each life taken too soon.
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7 Comments on Because Christians Don’t Have all the Answers {My Thoughts on the Newtown Tragedy}
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Oh Jenn, this message is so needed! We are living in a world gone wrong where everybody thinks their view is right. WE can’t fix this! But allowing our hearts to be transformed by a God who can truly is the answer. The ONLY answer! Thanks, girl!
Well stated Jenn. Prayer is powerful and sometimes that’s all we can do. This world will never be perfect but that doesn’t mean we don’t keep trying to help, comfort, understand, love and teach. I am heartsick for all the children and their families and extended families. God’s peace be with them.
Well said Jenn. All we can do really, is pray. Prayer is valuable and effective. I am helpless but for the grace and love that God provides. All those little lives (and adults too) that had such potential. I have to believe that God comforted and was with them during their last minutes in this world. Nothing that we can do as humans is going to take evil from the world…but that doesn’t mean we don’t try to help, comfort, educate, sacrifice and keep trying.
Well written. I’ve been having those thoughts tumbling through my head as well. It bothers me that everyone wants to blame someone or something. It’s simply a fallen world we live in. Makes us look forward to heaven where all things will be made new, where there will be no sadness, and where we will be with our Heavenly Father.
Wow. I loved this post. There is so much blame going around, but when I hear people blame God or accuse Him of being MIA on Friday, it breaks my heart all the more. As Christians, we have to be able to articulate an honest answer. Clearly, you’ve done that here. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
Very Good Post Jenn!
You’re right. There are no easy answers to our questions. Tragedy and unjust suffering have always been a part of our world since the fall of mankind. We can just be grateful that we have a God we can trust even when we can’t understand.