Is God Unfair?

“’My God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken me? Far from my deliverance are the worlds of my groaning. O my God, I cry by day, but Thou dost not answer; and by night, but I have no rest. – I am poured out like water, and all my bones are out of joint; my heart is like wax; it is melted within me. My strength is dried up like a potsherd, and my tongue cleaves to my jaws; and Thou dost lay me in the dust of death.

“But Thou, O Lord, be not far off; O Thou my help, hasten to my assistance.’” Psalm 22:1-2, 14—15, 19

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil; for Thou art with me, Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me. Thou dost prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. Thou hast anointed my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and loving kindness will follow me all the days of my life. And I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” Psalm 23:4-6

“Is God unfair? The answer depends on how closely we identify God and life. Surely life on earth is unfair. “At once, the Cross revealed what kind of world we have and what kind of God we have: a world of gross unfairness, a God of sacrificial love.

“No one is exempt from tragedy or disappointment – God Himself was not exempt. Jesus offered no immunity, no way out of unfairness, but rather a way through it to the other side.

“The primal desire for fairness dies hard, and it should. But if I stake my faith on such a fault-proof earth, my faith will let me down.”*

Take time this weekend to consider a new perspective about “unfairness”.

Take care with love, especially His! Your servant and friend in Christ, Darlene

PS: ANY PRAYER UPDATES TODAY?

For any of you who wonder if prayer is worth taking time for, just page back through previous entries and see the hand of our loving Father in action!

NEW PRAYER REQUEST: For Adam R, who just lost his grandfather. For Paul N, who seems to think giving up is easier than the struggle. For Cris, dealing with things no one but the Father understands perfectly: that she will reach out for help.  Jim and Elaine, as they search for a new direction.

OTHER PRAYER REQUESTS: Isaias (family safety and his mission work in Philippines); God’s grace on USA. Randy (unexpected life changes). For Kevin (Godly wisdom with his son), Michael.

ONGOING JOB RELATED: That Tim might also find satisfying work. Galdor needs the right job, not just a job.

PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: I may have a new publisher in the USA for my book! Reg for his ministry and patience. Jo has work now to help with those affected by the earthquakes in NZ. My friend’s wedding will proceed. Sue, is making slow progress against paraneoplastic syndrome. David (great health now!). Nancy, continues to progress well from head injury. Earl grows stronger every day now! The other Nancy is doing well against her cancer.


*Disappointment With God, by Philip Yancey