Why Does God Allow Pain?

Scripture: Revelations 9: [4] They were told not to harm the grass of the earth or any plant or tree, but only those people who did not have the seal of God on their foreheads.

Observation: In Revelations God doesn’t only allow pain but commands it to those who aren’t sealed, believers, with Him. I know I wouldn’t have turned to God if it wasn’t for the pain I was suffering from depression. Unfortunately God is the last resort for so many, including myself. Nothing else has worked and I couldn’t stand the pain any longer and then I reached out to Him and He reached back. Revelations is the end, the last chance people will have before eternal damnation and God doesn’t want to lose any one, so it’s time for drastic measures so they will give in and reach out to God for their salvation.

Application: God has saved me from pain and has filled my heart with love and compassion. It’s time for me to use these tools to bring others to Him. That they may understand His love for them and that they will reach out and receive this precious gift God is offering them, eternal life with Him.

Prayer: Dear Lord use me to touch others with your message and show them your love through me. May I be a witness of your goodness and that you would use my testimony as an instrument to bring others to you.