Why did God take my baby?
The loss of a child is the deepest pain. Discover comfort for the unbearable and hope for your future.
15 Bible studies address this question
What the Bible Says
These Bible studies explore Scripture passages that speak to this question. Each study will give you insight and practical application.
The Death of Saul: A Kingdom Transferred
This chapter narrates Saul's final battle at Mount Gilboa, his death along with his sons, and the Chronicler's theological assessment of why his kingdom was taken and given to David.
By the Waters of Babylon
Psalm 137 captures the raw grief of exile, the determination to remember Jerusalem, and the anguished cry for justice against oppressors.
The Fall of Babylon's King
Isaiah continues the oracle against Babylon with a taunting song over the fallen king. The one who made nations tremble is brought down to Sheol. The chapter also includes brief oracles against Assyri...
The Fall of Babylon
Another angel announces: "Fallen, fallen is Babylon the great!" Kings, merchants, and sailors lament her destruction, but heaven rejoices. Her sins are heaped high as heaven; she is paid back double. ...
Jacob Returns to Bethel
Genesis 35 records Jacob's return to Bethel where he renews his covenant with God, followed by the births of Benjamin and the deaths of Rachel and Isaac—a chapter of both fulfillment and loss.
The Second Census
Numbers 26 records the second census of Israel, taken after the plague at Peor and before entering Canaan, documenting the new generation that will inherit the Promised Land.
Unsolved Murder, Marriage, and Family Laws
Moses provides laws for unsolved murders, marriage to captive women, rights of firstborn sons, and handling rebellious children.
Nathan Confronts David
Nathan the prophet confronts David with a parable about a stolen lamb. David confesses his sin. Though forgiven, he faces consequences: the child will die, and violence will plague his house.
Judgment on Jeroboam's House
Jeroboam sends his wife in disguise to the prophet Ahijah about their sick son. Ahijah, though blind, recognizes her and pronounces devastating judgment: the child will die, and Jeroboam's dynasty wil...
Peter's Confession and the Cost of Discipleship
Jesus warns against the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees. At Caesarea Philippi, Peter confesses Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the living God. Jesus predicts His death and calls all disciples to...
More Than Conquerors
Romans 8 is often called the greatest chapter in the Bible. It takes us from no condemnation to no separation, revealing the security and hope we have in Christ.
The Resurrection of the Dead
Paul declares the heart of the gospel: Christ died, was buried, and rose again. If Christ is not raised, faith is futile. But Christ has been raised—the firstfruits of those who will rise.
Pressing Toward the Goal
Paul counts all things as loss compared to knowing Christ. He presses on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call. Our citizenship is in heaven, from which we await the Savior.
Living to Please God
Paul provides practical instruction on holy living, addressing sexual purity, brotherly love, and proper conduct, while offering profound comfort regarding believers who have died before Christ's retu...
The Lamb, the 144,000, and the Harvest
The Lamb stands on Mount Zion with 144,000 singing a new song. Angels announce eternal gospel, Babylon's fall, and judgment for beast-worshipers. Harvest time comes: one like a son of man reaps earth,...
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