When Bad Things Happen to Good People

[Gerri]

One of my favorite books of all times is “When Bad Things Happen to Good People”, by Harold Kushner. I have read this book many times over the years and pull it out when something happens that causes me to question why bad things happen to those we love. This past week was one of those times and I went back to this book for the solace it gives me each time I read it.

Why do bad things happen to good people? They just do. I know that doesn’t give us the answer we are looking for, but it does help to explain why our prayers are not always answered in the way that we want them to be. Miracles happen, but maybe they are not the miracles we prayed for – loved ones die in spite of our prayers, but the miracle may be that families are reunited, friends come back into our lives, new friends are made, bonds are strengthened. God doesn’t cause the pain and misery in the world, but He is there to give us strength and carry us through the hard times.

I completely respect the views and beliefs of all the members of this board and certainly mean no disrespect by this post. I am merely offering it to those who are struggling to understand the unfairness of life. I have benefited greatly from this book and hope that others can as well.

May God grant us the strength we need to get through this difficult time.


Love to all,