Are We to Blame for Our Own Suffering? -What the Bible Says

Humans bear a heavy responsibility for suffering.

Much of it has been caused by oppressive governments that have made life hard for the very people they claim to serve. 

"Man has dominated man to his harm." -  ECCLESIASTES 8:9.

Suffering can be reduced.

Bible principles promote better health and peaceful relationships with others. 

A calm heart gives life to the body, but jealousy is rottenness to the bone." - PROVERBS 14:30.

"Put away from yourselves ever kind of malicious bitterness, anger, wrath, screaming, and abusive speech, as well as everything injurious." - EPHESIANS 4:31.

Are We to Blame for  Our Own Suffering?

The Bible says: "Whatever a person is sowing, this he will also reap." (Galatians 6:7) Some suffering is brought on by our own choices.  That is why doctors encourage people to eat nutritious food, get exercise, and avoid harmful  practices such as smoking. Still, it would be simplistic to say that all suffering is man-made.  Many people are innocent victims of accidents, disasters, and other tragedies. 

Next time: Are We to Blame for Our Own Suffering? - Why do good people suffer?

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