Quotes With Meaning
There are times when we suffer innocently at other people’s hands. When that occurs, we are victims of injustice. But that injustice happens on a horizontal plane. No one ever suffers injustice on the vertical plane. That is, no one ever suffers unjustly in terms of his or her relationship with God. As long as we bear the guilt of sin, we cannot protest that God is unjust in allowing us to suffer.
There are times when we suffer innocently at other people’s hands. When that occurs, we are victims of injustice. But that injustice happens on a horizontal plane. No one ever suffers injustice on the vertical plane. That is, no one ever suffers unjustly in terms of his or her relationship with God. As long as we bear the guilt of sin, we cannot protest that God is unjust in allowing us to suffer.
This quote addresses the nature of suffering and injustice in human relationships compared to our relationship with God. R.C. Sproul highlights that while we may experience injustice from others, our connection with God operates on a different level. He emphasizes that our suffering cannot be seen as unjust from God's perspective because we all carry the burden of sin. This means that any suffering we face should not be viewed as God being unfair. Instead, it invites us to reflect on our own shortcomings and the nature of divine justice. Ultimately, understanding this distinction can lead to personal growth and a deeper appreciation of our relationship with God.