Why do bad things happen (2/4)

For from him and through him and to him are all things… Romans 11:36

For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be glory forever. Amen. Romans 11:36	For everything comes from him and exists by his power and is intended for his glory. All glory to him forever! Amen. creation worship gratitude
All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. John 1:3	God created everything through him, and nothing was created except through him. Word of God creation life

And Jesus said to him, “‘If you can’! All things are possible for one who believes.” Mark 9:23	“What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” Jesus asked. “Anything is possible if a person believes.” faith miracles healing
And we are witnesses to these things, and so is the Holy Spirit, whom God has given to those who obey him. Acts 5:32	We are witnesses of these things and so is the Holy Spirit, who is given by God to those who obey him. obedience Spirit receiving
He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! Revelation 22:20	He who is the faithful witness to all these things says, “Yes, I am coming soon!” Amen! Come, Lord Jesus! Jesus second coming end times
Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable. 1 Corinthians 9:25	All athletes are disciplined in their training. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an eternal prize. self-control reward eternal life
These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full. John 15:11	I have told you these things so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, your joy will overflow! joy Jesus blameless
Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known. Jeremiah 33:3	Ask me and I will tell you remarkable secrets you do not know about things to come. prayer understanding listening
The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. 1 Peter 4:7	The end of the world is coming soon. Therefore, be earnest and disciplined in your prayers. second coming end times rest
He reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what is in the darkness, and the light dwells with him. Daniel 2:22	He reveals deep and mysterious things and knows what lies hidden in darkness, though he is surrounded by light. almighty sin evil
For every house is built by someone, but the builder of all things is God. Hebrews 3:4	For every house has a builder, but the one who built everything is God. creation God
But Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Matthew 19:26	Jesus looked at them intently and said, “Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But with God everything is possible.” miracles salvation understanding
But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Matthew 6:33	Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. righteousness food kingdom
Only fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart. For consider what great things he has done for you. 1 Samuel 12:24	But be sure to fear the Lord and faithfully serve him. Think of all the wonderful things he has done for you. awe serving heart
Jesus looked at them and said, “With man it is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.” Mark 10:27	Jesus looked at them intently and said, “Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But not with God. Everything is possible with God.” miracles salvation Jesus
O Lord, you are my God; I will exalt you; I will praise your name, for you have done wonderful things, plans formed of old, faithful and sure. Isaiah 25:1	O Lord, I will honor and praise your name, for you are my God. You do such wonderful things! You planned them long ago, and now you have accomplished them. reliability God worship
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Philippians 4:8	And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. truth righteousness thoughts
Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. For it is shameful even to speak of the things that they do in secret. Ephesians 5:11-12	Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil and darkness; instead, expose them. It is shameful even to talk about the things that ungodly people do in secret. sin speaking idols
And if you say in your heart, ‘How may we know the word that the Lord has not spoken?’— when a prophet speaks in the name of the Lord, if the word does not come to pass or come true, that is a word that the Lord has not spoken; the prophet has spoken it presumptuously. You need not be afraid of him. Deuteronomy 18:21-22	But you may wonder, ‘How will we know whether or not a prophecy is from the Lord?’ If the prophet speaks in the Lord’s name but his prediction does not happen or come true, you will know that the Lord did not give that message. That prophet has spoken without my authority and need not be feared. prophecy truth speaking
He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it. 1 Thessalonians 5:24	God will make this happen, for he who calls you is faithful. calling faithfulness Word of God
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28	And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. love God calling
Abba, Father, all things are possible for you. Remove this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will. Mark 14:36	“Abba, Father,” he cried out, “everything is possible for you. Please take this cup of suffering away from me. Yet I want your will to be done, not mine.” easter Father Jesus
What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you. Philippians 4:9	Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me—everything you heard from me and saw me doing. Then the God of peace will be with you. peace listening learning
I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life. 1 John 5:13	I have written this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know you have eternal life. eternal life faith Jesus
Now the works of the flesh are evident: sexual immorality, impurity, sensuality, idolatry, sorcery, enmity, strife, jealousy, fits of anger, rivalries, dissensions, divisions, envy, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. Galatians 5:19-21	When you follow the desires of your sinful nature, the results are very clear: sexual immorality, impurity, lustful pleasures, idolatry, sorcery, hostility, quarreling, jealousy, outbursts of anger, selfish ambition, dissension, division, envy, drunkenness, wild parties, and other sins like these. Let me tell you again, as I have before, that anyone living that sort of life will not inherit the Kingdom of God. body sin sexuality

Therefore you have no excuse, O man, every one of you who judges. For in passing judgment on another you condemn yourself, because you, the judge, practice the very same things.

You may think you can condemn such people, but you are just as bad, and you have no excuse! When you say they are wicked and should be punished, you are condemning yourself, for you who judge others do these very same things.