Why wouldn\'t God let that happen? From the beggining Jews, and now Christians, have been persecuted for their beliefs and that will continue. It says it is to be that way in the Bibble. Just because God has the power to do something doesn\'t mean he will, he gave us free will and if we abuse it than thats the way it is. It was a big test of faith I would say, and yes it was part of His plan.