GODS GOT YOUR BACK

There seems to be a common saying that it is fearfully wrong to ask GOD "why." There are even some who suggest that "why" should be replaced by "what." I would be predisposed to think that depending on the implication of the one asking either term would be detrimental if asked in disbelief.

Let us therefore put this objection to the question. In accordance to word etymology, the term why (adv.) Old English hwi, instrumental case (indicating for what purpose or by what means) of hw?t (see what), from Proto-Germanic adverb *hwi (source also of Old Saxon hwi, Old Norse hvi), from PIE *kwi- (source of Greek pei "where"), locative of *kwo- "who" (see who). As an interjection of surprise or emphasis, recorded from 1510s. As a noun, "cause, reason" from c. 1300.

So in either case whether we permit the usage of why or what, the balance of the sentence yet remains a question of thought, as alluded in the graphic.

The term "why occurs 282 times in 261 verses in the KJV. Comparatively in the NKJV (401). NLT (598), NIV (510), ESV (429), HCSB (477), NASB (389), NET (484), RSV 428), ASV (247), YLT (256), DBY (328), WEB (387), HNV (413).

And yet, even The LORD (κ?ριο? kyrios, koo'-ree-os; from κ?ρο? k?ros (supremacy); supreme in authority, controller; Master) asked The FATHER why?

Matthew 27:46 KJV/ cf Mar 15:34 And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is to say, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

Matthew 27:46 John Wycliffe 1388 And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a great voice, and said [saying], Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani, that is, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

William Tyndale 1500 And about ye nynth houre Iesus cryed with a loude voyce sayinge: Eli Eli lama asbathani. That is to saye my God my God why hast thou forsaken me?

On the hand what (pron.) Old English hw?t, referring to things in abstraction; also "why, wherefore; indeed, surely, truly," from Proto-Germanic pronoun *hwat (source also of Old Saxon hwat, Old Norse hvat, Danish hvad, Old Frisian hwet, Dutch wat, Old High German hwaz, German was, Gothic hva "what"), from PIE *kwod, neuter singular of *kwos "who" (see who). Corresponding to Latin quid.  Meaning "what did you say?" is recorded from c. 1300. As an adjective and adverb, in Old English. As a conjunction in late Old English. Exclamatory use was in Old English. What the _____ (devil, etc.) as an exclamation of surprise is from late 14c. As an interrogative expletive at the end of sentences from 1891; common in affected British speech. Or what as an alternative end to a question is first attested 1766. What have you "anything else one can think of" is from 1925. What's up? "what is happening?" first recorded 1881. . .

In short why suggest purpose, cause; what implies lack of knowledge, understanding or general information. Applying “what” directly here would suggest a request for specific information, as it is an abstract term of indifference. This would then reflect an admission of undue purpose or vagueness (?). Sort of blase, blase. Yet, "why" consents to knowing what; but simply wishing to know the cause, or purpose he is experiencing this at this particular time.

The obvious conclusion here is the usage of “why” suggest purpose, as to say why am I in this place. This may be the result or pursuit of many other variables, and certainly not indifference. Or vagueness to the degree of lack of mission, or effect. So then, is it wrong to ask GOD why? Certainly not. But, it might prove more then contrary to doubt Him for any cause, as this could lead to sin.

Moreover, being the case of so many, who were fully aware of their present situation; needing reassurance of why they had to undergo the experience of which they were encountering (cf. Elijah 1Ki 19:9; Hab 1:2; John Mat 11:2; etc). Sometimes we just need to know that GODS got our back. Especially, when everyone and all else has failed.

John 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. ~Love JESUS

Child of The MOST HIGH, be encouraged to know that in-spite of that which you may currently be experiencing, "GODS GOT YOUR BACK." ~Blessings!