Many times we are plagued by the question 'Why?' in our lives. Even in the book of Psalms we find the psalmist asking God why, when he fails to understand the things happening in his life. It is natural to ask the question why? But we should not get into a demanding spirit to have answers for all our whys?
Rev. Selwyn Hughes says that instead of asking why to God, we should move on to ask 'What?' or 'How?'. Instead of asking, "God, why this happened to me?" We should ask, "God, what you want me to do in this situation?" Or "How you want me to handle this issue?". That is maturity and helps us to handle life efficiently...
Ecclesiastes 7:10 (Amplified Bible)
Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not wise or because of wisdom that you ask this.
The preacher in Ecclesiastes say, that it is not wise or in other words not maturity to ask demanding questions. If we do so, we will not find answers but will become angry, disappointed and frustrated. It is better to grow up in our Christian life and faith so that we become better persons.
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