First of all, it always be a mystery why God would allow these types of events to occur. However, God, in His infinite love for us, gave us free will. With that comes the consequences of these actions, whether good or bad. However, In His Providence, God will provide a greater good to come out of this tragedy. Whether we see this or not is beside the point.
Since, I did not personally know of any persons or families affected by these tragedy, I can only provide my comments and observations from a distance. As I think many of you will agree, at the place where you saw this event, will be permanently etched in your mind. I remembered hearing about this at work that morning.
I think it helps to try to take the long view or see the big picture when events like this happen in our lives. We only live our lives on earth for just a brief period of time. So, I think it is important to make our lives count for something. Or to do make a difference in other peoples’ lives.
Although it may provide small comfort to these families involved, those lives lost in this tragedy have profoundly affected us all. Their deaths truly have counted for something and profoundly made a difference in our lives. I think God has already provided a special place for these souls in heaven.