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Pastor Chris White says to all of you: HELLO MY FRIENDS. May the Lord bless you today.
HOLA MIS AMIGOS. Que el Señor los bendiga.
At issue is not whether we should question God, but in what
manner—and for what reason—we question Him. To question God is not in itself
wrong. The prophet Habakkuk had questions for God concerning the timing and
agency of the Lord’s plan. Habakkuk, rather than being rebuked for his
questions, is patiently answered, and the prophet ends his book with a song of
praise to the Lord. Many questions are put to God in the Psalms (Psalms 10, 44, 74, 77). These are the cries of the persecuted who
are desperate for God’s intervention and salvation. Although God does not
always answer our questions in the way we want, we conclude from these passages
that a sincere question from an earnest heart is welcomed by God.
Insincere questions, or questions from a hypocritical heart, are a different
matter. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who
comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who
earnestly seek him” (Hebrews 11:6). After
King Saul had disobeyed God, his questions went unanswered (1 Samuel 28:6). It is entirely different to
wonder why God allowed a certain event than it is to directly question God’s
goodness. Having doubts is different from questioning God’s sovereignty and
attacking His character. In short, an honest question is not a sin, but a
bitter, untrusting, or rebellious heart is. God is not intimidated by
questions. God invites us to enjoy close fellowship with Him. When we “question
God,” it should be from a humble spirit and open mind. We can question God, but
we should not expect an answer unless we are genuinely interested in His
answer. God knows our hearts, and knows whether we are genuinely seeking Him to
enlighten us. Our heart attitude is what determines whether it is right or
wrong to question God.
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