Sue wrote: ---------- > I'm having a real problem trying to figure out how much of a hand God actually > plays in our lives, and if He is not to blame for terrible things happening, > then why should I be thanking Him for blessings, and praying to Him for help? > > Sue, daughter of Rocky 76/18 May I suggest the excellent book, WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE. I don't know the author, but he has lost a young son and works his way through the questions you are asking. Jeanette 47/6mos.