The death today of a man I have known, respected, and admired all my life has once again prompted the question that is the subject title. This man developed stomach cancer and fought a valiant battle against it for the last few years. To see him, you would think you were back in time and looking face-to-face with a holocaust victim. This man was the best of neighbors, hard working, faithful to his wife, and devoted to his Lord. The last year he has been unable to attend church or have contact with people, the worst of times for him, as he has always been a "people person".
I'm not questioning God, just humbly asking Him a question: "Why do Your children sometimes have to suffer so much?"