Why is it that the godly seem to struggle in life while the wicked get it easy? This is a constant refrain of the psalms
Rise up, Judge of the earth; pay back to the proud what they deserve. How long, … will the wicked be jubilant? (Psalm 94:2-3NIV)
The wicked seem to successfully use abilities to oppress people. In their boasting they draw many away from God into their schemes. The Bible gives God’s perspective-
Does he who disciplines nations not punish? Does he who teaches mankind lack knowledge? The Lord knows all human plans; he knows that they are futile. (Psalm 94:10-11NIV)
Yet what of us, why is it that we always seem to be living on the edge. There is always a challenge that takes us out of our comfort zone?
Blessed is the one you discipline, Lord, the one you teach from your law; you grant them relief from days of trouble, till a pit is dug for the wicked. (Psalm 94:12-13NIV)
The end will work out well, but what of the now? There may be blessing, but in a context of discipline. There may be relief, but in a context of trouble. We have a desire for the easy life, yet, that is not what life is for. Life is about walking with God in faith, hope and love and each of these is only proven to be real if lived out of a challenging situation. It should be no great surprise that life is on the edge!