Why do bad things happer to good people

Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do good things happen to bad people? These two questions have bewildered mankind throughout the centuries. Even the greatest philosophers and theologians have yet to develop a concrete answer. Philosophers, theologians, and even religious leaders have developed many hypotheses. Some of these hypotheses support each other while others conflict. It is for this reason that we must conclude that there is not one answer, but rather …

…things happen to good people. Just as often, good things happen to bad people. Most of these occurrences cannot be avoided. This is one aspect of life we have to live with. There is no specific reason for this phenomenon. The only possible way to find the true answer to these questions is to ask God himself. *[Much of the supporting information is based on the current teachings of the Catholic Church and the Gospels]