Life May Not Be Fair, But God Is
Be not deceived; God is not mocked. Whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. Galatians 6:7 (KJV)
Once upon a time, long ago, I was a good speller. Today I rely on Spell-Check, but when I was young, I seldom misspelled a word. In fact, I won the spelling at my school in fourth grade and in seventh grade.
In eighth grade I earned a spot in the school wide competition and hoped to win again. The day we gathered for the big match, my stomach was full of butterflies. The whole school was listening over the public address system.
The rounds went by until finally only Linda and I were left. For a while we matched each other turn for turn, but then Linda missed a word. I spelled it correctly and was declared the winner.
I was elated. However, across the room Linda was making a tearful appeal to the officials. After a brief discussion they announced the match would resume because Linda had misunderstood the word.
My emotions plummeted. When we continued, I was shaken and made the first mistake. Linda corrected it, and the contest was over.
To this day I don’t know if Linda’s victory was fair and square. I just know it didn’t seem fair to me. As time passed I learned life doesn’t have to be fair.
Everyday the news reports examples of good and innocent people being hurt. All too often terrible crimes seem to go unpunished, and the wicked appear to prosper.
However, let’s not forget the rest of the story: God is the ultimate judge and justifier. As the scripture says, Whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap (Galatians 6:7 KJV). Sooner or later evildoers get what they deserve, and the righteous are rewarded.
Is life fair? Sometimes it’s not, but God always is. Peace of mind depends on trusting Him for justice. It’s all about faith.
LORD, peace comes in knowing You are the infallible judge, jury, and dispenser of justice.
Carol Conser