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God Never Said That: Everything Happens For a Reason
Manage episode 485211537 series 2437652
Greg and Nathan take a hard look at one of the most common—and potentially harmful—Christian clichés: “Everything happens for a reason.” While often meant to comfort, they unpack how this phrase can unintentionally shut down grief, oversimplify suffering, and imply that God intends every painful event.
They explore how confusing God’s sovereignty with approval leads to damaging theology, and clarify that Romans 8:28 doesn't claim all things are good, but that God works in all things for good. Greg and Nathan stress that during seasons of suffering, what people need isn’t quick answers but compassionate presence and the assurance that God is near and redeeming—even in the hardest moments.
The gospel doesn’t promise to explain every pain, but it offers deep assurance: God enters into our suffering and promises redemption, not just reasons.
432 episodes
Manage episode 485211537 series 2437652
Greg and Nathan take a hard look at one of the most common—and potentially harmful—Christian clichés: “Everything happens for a reason.” While often meant to comfort, they unpack how this phrase can unintentionally shut down grief, oversimplify suffering, and imply that God intends every painful event.
They explore how confusing God’s sovereignty with approval leads to damaging theology, and clarify that Romans 8:28 doesn't claim all things are good, but that God works in all things for good. Greg and Nathan stress that during seasons of suffering, what people need isn’t quick answers but compassionate presence and the assurance that God is near and redeeming—even in the hardest moments.
The gospel doesn’t promise to explain every pain, but it offers deep assurance: God enters into our suffering and promises redemption, not just reasons.
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