When a horrific event like the massacre in the Aurora theater occurs, the age-old question arises about a loving God allowing such an evil act to take place. I do not know if the perpetrator is psychotic and out of touch with reality or demon-possessed, but Satan delights in the mayhem that took place.
The curtain is drawn back a few feet, and we are reminded of the great battle between the Prince of Darkness and the Eternal God. Some will curse God and lose hope, but some will see the glory of God manifested in lives open to Him. The survivors had a wake-up call about the shortness of life on this planet and that they are not as in control as they thought. God wants people that freely choose to love and worship Him, but to have choice means that poor choices, yes even evil choices, can be made. Satan has sway over this existing world. Not total control, but great influence. Some will carry out his practices of darkness.
Mankind made a mess of things in the Garden of Eden. God did not take away all of the consequences of sin, but He did provide a way to restore and to heal the broken relationship. He gave hope to those willing to accept His provision. God can redeem the evil James Holmes did by healing the broken-hearted and turning lives toward Him. Like Job, we ask why. The response to our question is not an explanation but a reminder of the greatness and goodness of a God who can pick up the pieces and give hope. We can choose whether despair or hope rims our bowls so suddenly full of horror. Which do you choose?
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