One of the most often cited reasons for questioning the existence (or at least the goodness) of God is the exposure of suffering in the world. It's often posited as some variation of: “If God exists, why is there so much suffering in the world? It must mean He's either not powerful enough to stop it or not good enough to care about it.” The faith of many has been shipwrecked on the rocks of this argument.

And too often, the response of Christians has been rather dismissive, offering little more than trite answers or appeals to simply just “trust God more” in lieu of wrestling with the tragic reality that pain, injustice, and evil do permeate our world. Fortunately, God is not silent on this issue, even if His followers have been, at times. The Bible offers insight into the problem and hope through its answer, if we're willing to authentically engage the conversation.

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Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." (John 14.6) This is a bold claim, a claim that draws a line in the sand in a world that often rejects and blurs them - but it's rooted in the very nature of God and His plan for salvation. It's not a message of arrogance or superiority, but rather a declaration of love.

How can we hold firmly to this truth while still being winsome, considerate, and kind to those who disagree? The answer lies in the power of the gospel and the grace of God, in the very nature of who Jesus was, is, and evermore will be. We must approach conversations with humility, listening attentively and seeking to understand. Our goal isn't to win arguments, but to win hearts. By sharing our faith with gentleness and respect, and by living a life that reflects the love of Christ, we can point others to the only true path to salvation, to the help, hope, and healing that can only truly be found in Jesus.

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