Finding Hope When Life Feels Unfair
Introduction: Wrestling with Injustice and Faith
We all face moments when life doesn’t seem fair, and it’s natural to wonder where God is in the midst of our struggles. The prophet Habakkuk reminds us that it’s okay to bring our honest questions and doubts to God. He encourages us not to hide our worries but to talk openly with God about them. Philippians 4:6-7 urges us not to be anxious but to come to God with prayer and gratitude. When we do, God’s peace, which surpasses anything we can understand, will guard our hearts and minds.
Keeping an open and honest relationship with God is crucial, especially when we don’t have all the answers. Doubt is only a problem if it leads us away from seeking God’s truth. That’s why it’s important to keep reading the Bible and listening for God’s guidance. My hope is that these reflections encourage you to stay close to God, even when life feels uncertain.
Facing Hard Questions About God
Let’s be real—life can be deeply unfair. We witness suffering, broken systems, and times when injustice appears to win. It’s only human to ask, “Where is God? Does He care? Why does He allow this?” If you’ve ever wrestled with these questions, you’re in good company. Such questions are a normal part of genuine faith in a confusing world.
Why We Hesitate to Ask Difficult Questions
Many Christians feel uneasy admitting their doubts or asking challenging questions about God. You might think that questioning means your faith is weak or that you’re supposed to always appear strong. But throughout the Bible, even faithful people grappled with doubts and asked hard questions. Being honest about your struggles doesn’t mean you’re abandoning faith; it means you’re seeking real answers.
Habakkuk’s Journey: Questioning and Waiting
The prophet Habakkuk lived in a time of great injustice. Instead of pretending everything was fine, he poured out his frustrations to God, asking, “How long, Lord, must I call for help, and you do not listen?” (Habakkuk 1:2). Habakkuk didn’t stop at venting; he waited for God’s response. His story teaches us that we can bring our toughest questions to God and trust that He hears us.
God’s Answer: The Call to Live by Faith
God didn’t give Habakkuk a simple solution or explain every reason behind the world’s pain. Instead, He told Habakkuk, “The righteous will live by his faith” (Habakkuk 2:4). God’s answer wasn’t about removing all confusion but about trusting His character and goodness, especially when we don’t understand. God sees what we cannot, and He invites us to trust Him with the bigger picture.
What Faith Looks Like in Today’s World
Living by faith today doesn’t mean ignoring the world’s problems or pretending everything is okay. It means bringing our real questions and struggles to God, just as Habakkuk did. It’s choosing hope—believing that God is present and at work, even when it’s hard to see. Sometimes, faith means showing kindness when anger is easier, standing up for justice, or holding onto the belief that God cares, even when life feels unfair.
Conclusion: Hope and Trust in a Broken World
It’s normal to ask, “Where is God?” or “Does He care?” during difficult times. God welcomes our honest questions and invites us to seek Him. The story of Habakkuk reminds us that faith isn’t about having every answer—it’s about trusting God’s heart when His ways are unclear. Even in a broken world, we can find hope by living by faith, confident that God is still good, still with us, and still working for justice in ways we may not yet understand.
Minister A Francine Green
November 2025
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