The problem of reconciling human suffering with the existence of a God who loves, is only insoluble so long as we attach a trivial meaning to the word "love", and look on things as if man were the centre of them. Man is not the centre. God does not exist for the sake of man. Man does not exist for his own sake. "Thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created." We were made not primarily that we may love God {though we were made for that too} but that God may love us, that we may become objects in which the divine love may rest "well pleased".
C.S. Lewis addresses the challenge of understanding human suffering in the context of a loving God. He suggests that much of the difficulty arises from a narrow interpretation of love and the tendency to view humanity as the focal point of existence. Instead of placing man at the center, Lewis argues that God's purpose transcends human understanding, emphasizing that creation exists for God's pleasure, not solely for humanity's benefit.
According to Lewis, humans were created not just to love God but more importantly, to receive and embody His love. This perspective shifts the focus from human-centric views of existence to a divine-centered understanding, where God's love is paramount. By realizing that God's love for humanity is meant to bring joy and fulfillment, individuals can better appreciate their place in the grand scheme of creation.
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