Biblical reflection upon this very difficult question points us to a God who has an infinitely superior wisdom and purpose, and who has personally entered into our pain and suffering to an extent we will never fully comprehend. In part 3 of Explore God, Pastor Dan Cox reads from 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 and Romans 8:18-25.
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Study Notes
The Problem of Evil
The existence of evil, pain and suffering in the world argue against the existence of a God who is all good, all knowing and all powerful.
Philosophical Reflection
- Free Will Defense
- Greater Good
- Soul-Making
- Best Possible World
Biblical Reflection
- The Comfort of the Gospel
- The Hope of the Gospel
- The Eternal Glory of the Gospel
- Patient and Confident Waiting
The Eternal Weight of Glory: Some “Sanctified Speculation”
Emotional Reflection
- The physical pain and suffering of Jesus
- The emotional pain and suffering of Jesus
- The spiritual pain and suffering of Jesus
Why Does God Allow Pain and Suffering?
Biblical reflection upon this very difficult question points us to a God who has an infinitely superior wisdom and purpose, and who has personally entered into our pain and suffering to an extent we will never fully comprehend.
Applying the Text
- Serve the suffering with your prayers and your presence
- Rest in the comfort and hope of the gospel
- Do good and make a difference