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Is Sickness Part of God’s Plan?

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Sickness is something we all encounter—whether it’s a minor cold or a life-altering diagnosis. But for Christians, the lingering question often arises: Is sickness part of God’s plan? Does God allow suffering for a purpose, or is it merely the result of a broken world?

The Bible doesn’t shy away from addressing the reality of illness. In fact, Scripture offers both comfort and clarity when it comes to understanding how sickness fits into God’s sovereign design.

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In John 9:1-3, Jesus encounters a man born blind. His disciples immediately ask, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” Jesus responds, “Neither this man nor his parents sinned…but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him.”

This profound statement reminds us that illness is not always the result of wrongdoing. Instead, it can be a platform for God’s glory to be revealed.

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Sickness, while painful, is not outside the realm of God’s control. Romans 8:28 tells us, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” “All things” includes both joy and suffering.

Even in illness, God is at work—refining, strengthening, and drawing us closer to Him.

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Consider Job, a man described as “blameless and upright” (Job 1:1), yet struck by devastating physical affliction. His suffering was not punishment, but a test of faith allowed by God. And while Job wrestled with questions and grief, his story concludes with deeper intimacy with God and restoration that surpassed his former blessings (Job 42:10).

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Of course, God does heal. Miracles of healing are found throughout the Bible—from the lepers cleansed by Jesus (Luke 17:11-19) to the hemorrhaging woman who touched His cloak in faith (Mark 5:25-34). But healing is not always immediate or physical.

Sometimes, it comes through the transformation of the heart. 2 Corinthians 12:9 quotes the Lord saying to Paul, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Paul’s “thorn in the flesh” remained, yet through it, God’s power was magnified.

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The Christian hope rests not just in healing, but in redemption. Revelation 21:4 offers a glimpse of heaven: “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain.” This promise anchors believers in the midst of sickness—knowing that while disease exists in this fallen world, it does not have the final word.

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Sickness may not always make sense, but in the hands of a sovereign God, it is never wasted. Whether for refining our character, deepening our dependence on Him, or revealing His glory, illness can be a tool God uses for a greater purpose.

In the end, it’s not about avoiding pain—but trusting the One who walks with us through it.

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