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What are the five reasons why God allows pressure and crisis in our lives?

Answered by Gene Cunningham, Basic Training Bible Ministries · from The Basics

God allows pressure and crisis in our lives for several reasons. Firstly, it forces us to make decisions, which reveals what we are inside. Secondly, every future decision involves elements of past decisions, with good choices opening doors for greater options while wrong choices limit them. Thirdly, there are two wills at work in every crisis: the sovereign will of God and the changeable will of man. Fourthly, every crisis is an opportunity to choose between good or evil. Finally, God's sovereignty means He has already made all His decisions before creating us, and our choices can either align with or contradict His will. By understanding these reasons, we can better navigate life's challenges and make decisions that honor God.

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How can understanding God's will help me make better choices in tough situations?

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Lesson 5–3: The Attack—Satan’s Strategy

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Lesson 1–5: The Potential—Faith

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Lesson 4–2: Perception—Discernment

p.190

Lesson 2–4: The Equipment—Spiritual Gifts

p.98

Lesson 3–3: The Promise—Spirituality

p.148

Lesson 4–1: Perspective—Grace

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Lesson 4–3: Testing—Temptation

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Lesson 4–5: Empowering—The Spirit

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Lesson 2–5: The Supply Line—Prayer

p.105

Lesson 2–1: The Manual—The Bible

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