Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman If There Is a God, Why Do We Suffer?
Jan 9, 2024
The hosts discuss the problem of evil and suffering in the world, examining the biblical perspective and different explanations found in the New Testament. They also promote Bart Ehrman's online course on Genesis and share information on an upcoming academic cruise. Additionally, the hosts provide recommendations for resources on New Testament studies.
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Theodicy Dilemma Explained
- The problem of evil questions how an all-powerful and loving God allows suffering. - It's a philosophical dilemma about God's power, love, and the presence of suffering all coexisting.
Suffering as Divine Punishment
- Both Old and New Testaments often explain suffering as God's punishment for sin. - This view is reflected in biblical stories of illness and death due to wrongdoing.
A Grieving Mother's Explanation
- A pastor encountered a grieving mother who blamed her daughter's death on her own broken promise to God. - This shows how people seek explanations for suffering, even when those explanations may be flawed.