Perspective on Suffering (Lu. 13:1-5)

1. The fact that "it" happened to "them" doesn't mean they are "bad" people.
2. The fact that "it" didn't happen to you or others doesn't make us "good" people.
3. With all that could happen right now and doesn't, that is evidence of God's mercy and grace.
4. It is easier to speculate about other people's troubles than to rejoice in our current blessing. How the nature of man wants to focus on the negative!
5. The ultimate concern isn't suffering but repentance.  Whether you are suffering or not, have you repented of your sins?