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The Bible For Normal People

[Faith] Episode 28: Thomas Jay Oord - The Problem of Evil (Part 2)

Oct 30, 2023
59:30

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Quick takeaways

  • The problem of evil arises from the incompatibility of an all-powerful and all-loving God with the existence of evil and suffering.
  • Process theology offers an alternative view of God's power, reimagining God as a God of uncontrollable love rather than omnipotence.

Deep dives

Reframing the Doctrine of Discovery

The podcast episode features a class taught by Sarah Augustine on unpacking the doctrine of discovery, a philosophical and legal framework that allowed Christian governments in the 15th century to invade Indigenous lands. The class explores a theological framework for decolonizing this doctrine and discusses concrete steps towards seeking repair.

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