That’s not fair!
With wrinkled tissue in hand, we stomp our feet in frustration. We had asked, prayed and pleaded. But, to our utter disappointment, God still said “No.”
Have you been there? God didn’t smile at us with the answer we wanted. But that’ not the worst. We look around and what do we see? We see those who don’t follow God’s instructions, don’t know God’s Word, and don’t even attend church. But, they seemingly live happy, trouble-free lives.
“What’s with that, God?” we want to ask.
Confusion adds to the unfairness. But not to worry. We don’t have to know how to express that bewilderment. David did that for us: “I almost lost my footing. My feet were slipping, and I was almost gone. For I envied the proud when I saw them prosper despite their wickedness. They seem to live such painless lives; their bodies are so healthy and strong. They don’t have troubles like other people; they’re not plagued with problems like everyone else. They wear pride like a jeweled necklace and clothe themselves with cruelty. These fat cats have everything their hearts could ever wish for!” (Psalm 73:2-7 The Message).
Like David, I don’t let up my rant. This is not the way it should be. Why do they have it so good? Lord, after all, I’m not a bad chica. I really deserve better. But “Then I realized that my heart was bitter, and I was all torn up inside. I was so foolish and ignorant—I must have seemed like a senseless animal to you. Yet I still belong to you; you hold my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, leading me to a glorious destiny. Whom have I in heaven but you? I desire you more than anything on earth. My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever” (Psalm 73:21-26).
Father, thank you, in your loving way, you set me straight. I will trust in your ways, look to your justice, count on your healing and expect your glorious solutions. You are fair with your love that extends to those who call upon you. In Jesus’ name, amen.
- Whom do you desire more than God?
- When looking at your difficult situation, is He enough?
- What brings you out of despair?
Janet
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Janet, thank you for this message. I feel this way about my wayward neighbors, as they harass me with hang up phone calls. But I know where my good comes from..from a llving God and living the example that Jesus set before us. It’s not easy, but I’ve had supernatural experiences especially since my husband’s passing, and know there is a better life ahead of me…in my real home.
I’ve been asking God for more spiritual input and here you posted this email for me at just the right time.
I still recall our conversation at the Christian Book Show a few years ago. It was the highlight of my experience there with your Christian knowledge and experience in your life.