I think if we are honest, we struggle with the reality of suffering and pain in a world with hurricanes, tsunamis, and terrorist attacks, among a number of other calamities. Even the loss of a single loved one can make this pain real to us in a tremendous way.
How can a good God allow such horrible things to happen?
This short video by John Piper and the message behind it have been very helpful to me as I have wrestled through the reality of God’s sovereignty. Do yourself a favor, take a few minutes and watch it.