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God’s Good Plan - Based on Romans 9–11
Why do bad things happen?
We’ve all asked that question—whether in a moment of personal heartbreak or while watching others suffer. It’s one of the oldest and hardest questions of life.
But the good news is this: God is not silent about it.
In Romans 9–11, we see how God’s plan—even when it involves pain, rejection, and waiting—is still a good plan.
Why Is There Suffering?
The Bible teaches that pain entered the world through human choice. God gave us freedom—not to make us robots, but to let love and obedience be real. Sadly, the first choice humanity made was to go its own way (Genesis 3), and the consequences—brokenness, sin, and death—have followed ever since.
We also face suffering because:
- People still make hurtful choices (Proverbs 14:12).
- Satan is at work in the world (1 Peter 5:8).
- Evil exists, but God is not its author (James 1:13).
Through it all, God remains good—and He is still working.
God Works All Things for Good
Romans 8:28 reminds us that “in all things God works for the good of those who love Him.” Not all things are good, but God can bring good out of them. Think of:
- Joseph, betrayed by his brothers, but later able to save many lives (Genesis 50:20).
- Paul, imprisoned, but using that time to spread the gospel (Philippians 1).
- The early church, persecuted, but scattered to evangelize (Acts 8).
Even your suffering can be used by God. He wastes nothing.
What Is “Good” in God’s Eyes?
God’s idea of “good” isn’t just comfort—it’s Christlikeness. Romans 8:29 says His goal is to shape us into the image of His Son. And 2 Peter 3:9 shows His desire for everyone to be saved. So when God delays, or disciplines, or redirects our lives, it’s because His goodness is leading us to salvation and transformation.
Even in Rejection, God Is at Work
In Romans 9, Paul is heartbroken that many of his fellow Jews rejected Christ. But even in that rejection, God’s plan continues:
- Israel brought the Messiah into the world.
- Their rejection opened the door for Gentiles.
- And one day, a remnant of Israel will return (Romans 11).
God’s plan isn’t broken—it’s just bigger than we can imagine. He weaves even rejection into redemption.
God’s Good Plan for You
Yes, this world is broken.
Yes, we suffer.
Yes, we struggle.
But the truth stands: God is still good. God is still in control. And God is still victorious.
Are you doubting His goodness?
Stuck in pain or guilt?
Wondering if He could ever redeem your story?
Let Him.
Through obedient faith, let God take your pain, your failures, your brokenness—and transform them into something beautiful.
He’s not finished with you.
He’s just getting started.
If you’ve never surrendered your life to Christ, or if you’re carrying burdens too heavy to bear, today is a day to step into God’s Good Plan.
