The book of Genesis records life spans in the hundreds of years. Why did the first humans live for so long — and why are our life spans today so short?

Sometimes, God responds to our sinful requests with a merciful no. But other times, he gives what we ask, brings misery with it, and then amazingly works good through it.

Bitterness flows from a heart that feels the pain of injustice. Forgiveness flows from a heart overcome by trust in God’s justice.