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Send us a textThis week we discuss the problem of pain and suffering. We're discussing how to process pain and suffering with an all knowing, all loving God. This is a heavier episode but when we process what it means to trust God without creating an entirely different God, we need to address some real list situations and circumstances. Support the show If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

Hunter Smith shares a message titled "The Problem of Pain."

This is the first of a two-part lesson on the problem of suffering and pain in the world. This first part comes from Job: what can we learn about suffering and the problem of pain in our lives from Job and his discussion with his friends? Click Here to Listen. (Preaching on Job. This sermon … Continue reading The Problem of Pain, Part 1

The second in our two-part lesson on the problem of pain approaches the problem in a more traditional, critical way: given the nature of God, his power, love, and knowledge, how can evil and suffering still exist? Click Here to Listen. (Preaching on the problem of evil. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church … Continue reading The Problem of Pain, Part 2

Today we wrap up our journey through the Patriarchs as Fr. Mike finishes the book of Genesis and the book of Job. Fr. Mike particularly draws our attention to God's beautiful yet mysterious response to Job's questions. Today's readings are Genesis 49-50, Job 41-42, and Psalm 17. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

If God is good and all powerful, why does he allow pain? It's one of the deepest questions Christians wrestle with, and one we pose to our Seniors in their Apologetics class. To help them form an answer, we give them a brilliant little book by CS Lewis. What do our students learn about suffering and God through reading The Problem of Pain?  Trinity apologetics teacher Eric Margrave will help us find out, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education. Available on Spotify, Google Play, Apple Podcasts, and more!

Trust in dire circumstances

The problem of pain is the horror that haunts people of faith most. The presence of suffering often scares people away from a picture of a loving all-powerful God. How can we hang on to religious hope living in a reality with monstrous miseries? Dr. John Peckham, research professor of Christian theology and philosophy at Andrews University, and author of Theodicy of Love and Why We Pray, joins Dr. Pierce to examine the never-ending nightmare of why bad things happen to good people. Show Notes Website | John Peckham - https://johncpeckham.com 

PATREON MOVIE DISCUSSION: This movie was selected by our Patreon Supporters over at the Cinematic Doctrine Patreon. Support as little as $3 a month and have your voice heard! Kathryn joins Melvin to discuss this month's Patreon Supporter selected film, Shadowlands! Based upon the later life of C.S. Lewis, specifically his growing romance with his wife Joy Gresham, and evoking much of his literature, the two discuss this much-celebrated early 90's feature that garnered an Oscar nomination for actor Debra Winger! Topics:(PATREON EXCLUSIVE) 20-minutes discussing a new wave of Filmmakers utilizing YouTube to attract the attention of Hollywood studios and fans around the world, either by showcasing their skillset, producing short films, or releasing high-quality feature-length flicks like Milk & Serial! (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)Kathryn cried. A lot. Melvin wished he was more emotional, only finding the film "decent".Thinking about the film in comparison to Christian-Marketed films like God's Not Dead or War Room, and how it passes what Melvin calls the "Christian Bechdel Test".Kathryn, "I think that [Shadowlands] is very clear on what it is saying about the transition from childhood to adulthood... [and] the requirement of love to have vulnerability..."Melvin celebrates how the film doesn't have any "member-berries", something that plagues most modern nostalgic or referential media.Discussing a few icons and symbols within the film, including, of course, the wardrobe.The perfection of desire, and the fear of experiencing disappointment or shame.How the film displays what Melvin calls "Three Stages of Men".Pondering the lines "Praying doesn't change God, but it changes me." & "Forgive me, Lord. Perhaps I have loved her too much.".Recommendations:Schedule regular medical checkups! Stay healthy!The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (1986) (Movie)MAILBAG: Send questions with your first name and we'll answer them in future episodes! Support the showSupport on Patreon for Unique Perks! Early access to uncut episodes Vote on a movie/show we review One-time reward of two Cinematic Doctrine Stickers & Pins Social Links: Threads Website Instagram Facebook Group

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Kevin Crow, Senior Pastor

Mark 15:40-41 The Problem of Pain

Savitri: a Legend and a Symbol, by Sri Aurobindo, Book VI The Book of Fate, Canto 2 The Way of Fate and the Problem of Pain, pp. 456-460 Additional readings in Savitri: a Legend and a Symbol are located at Sri Aurobindo Studies More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at http://www.aurobindo.net The US editions and links to e-book editions of Sri Aurobindo's writings can be found at http://www.lotuspress.com YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871 #Sri Aurobindo #Savitri #yoga #integral yoga #aurobindo philosophy #spirituality #mystic poetry

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Savitri: a Legend and a Symbol, by Sri Aurobindo, Book VI The Book of Fate, Canto 2 The Way of Fate and the Problem of Pain, pp. 451-454 Additional readings in Savitri: a Legend and a Symbol are located at Sri Aurobindo Studies More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at http://www.aurobindo.net The US editions and links to e-book editions of Sri Aurobindo's writings can be found at http://www.lotuspress.com YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871 #Sri Aurobindo #Savitri #yoga #integral yoga #aurobindo philosophy #spirituality #mystic poetry

Can we say God used evolution to produce a “good” creation if it involves so much pain, suffering, predation and death? Our listeners asked us to do an episode on how to rationalize Christian faith with all the pain and suffering that is brought on by the process of Evolution.  We spoke to Dr. James […]

Welcome back to another episode of Drinking and Thinking! On this week's episode, we're enjoying a French Connection and talking about God's goodness in light of evil in our world. If you'd like to view the recipe for this drink (alcoholic and NA), head to our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsdrinkandthink.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Please do not consume alcohol if you are underage, if you are or think you may be pregnant, or if you have struggled with alcohol or addiction. We do not condone drunkenness in any form. Please choose the non-alcoholic version of this beverage if you have any hesitations. We encourage everyone to drink responsibly in all situations. If you'd like to purchase the stuff we use on the show, here's a list of affiliate links to do so: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsdrinkandthink.com/affiliate-links⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We appreciate any support you throw our way! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/letsdrinkthink/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/letsdrinkthink/support

Today we begin a new sermon series in the book of Job! What role do God and Satan play in our suffering? When bad things happen to us, are they caused by God or Satan? And how should we respond to God in our suffering? Brian takles these tough questions as he teaches on Job chapters 1 & 2. 

Today we wrap up our journey through the Patriarchs as Fr. Mike finishes the book of Genesis and the book of Job. Fr. Mike particularly draws our attention to God's beautiful yet mysterious response to Job's questions. Today's readings are Genesis 49-50, Job 41-42, and Psalm 17. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

This week is another solo episode where I take the time for a deep dive into the work of Christian philosopher and fictional author, CS Lewis. Most popular for the renowned Chronicles of Narnia, it is lesser known that Lewis was a damn good non-fiction philosophy author, and his journey tracks one of an atheist to a believing Christian through the helps of people like the very JRR Tolkien himself! This is not a "Christian show", so I must say as a disclaimer that we will be using a much more interpretive tone when approaching Lewis' philosophy, but his book The Problem of Pain is a fantastic example of why I would've bought him a drink to pick his brain, even if I didn't agree with everything he said. Here I share my favorites quotes from his work as well as my interpretations and musings. Don't forget to check out the other BHA episodes about God, Goddess and Jungian psychology for more food for thought on the subject! This is the latest update in a long string of episodic musings. Cheers. ⁠BHA PATREON⁠ ⁠my linktree to my books, videos and more⁠ This week's featured music! Don't forget to support that black hoodie rap and all your favorite independent artists. Cold Days - Umang x BBZ Autumn State of Mind - Umang x BBZ Oragami Starlight - Umang x BBZ Entropy (feat. D-Rev & Halfcut) - Umang x BBZ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackhoodiealchemy/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackhoodiealchemy/support

The Gospel of John, says Dr. Boice, is "a powerful source of instruction and comfort to many millions of God's people down through the ages of church history." This message on the Gospel of John is an insightful study and devotional guide. Dr. Boice explores the coming of Jesus Christ and discusses the initial reaction some people had toward him. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29

Sooner or later in life, the bottom drops out, and we experience pain, loss and suffering. And in those moments, we find ourselves asking these types of questions... 'Why God? Why me? Why him? Why her? Why now? Why this way? Why would you let this happen?' And behind the 'why' questions is this thought... 'There has to be an explanation, some purpose in my pain.' Join us as we begin a 3-week series exploring God's answers to some of our difficult questions.

God Is Sovereign and Loving, Even in the Midst of Suffering

One of the most beloved and quotable scenes in The Chronicles of Narnia is from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, when the children learn that Aslan is a lion, “the Lion, the great Lion.”    "'Ooh' said Susan. 'I'd thought he was a man. Is he—quite safe? I shall feel rather nervous about meeting a lion.' 'Safe?' said Mr. Beaver ... 'Who said anything about safe? ‘Course he isn't safe. But he's good. He's the King, I tell you.'"   Though we love the idea that God is not “safe,” we often live as if our safety or comfort marks the boundaries of our relationship with Him. Catechized by bad theology, captivated by our culture's enablement of self-centeredness, or weary of an angry and fractious age, many Christians cannot conceive that God's will for our lives could involve anything unpleasant or uncomfortable.    When it does and our expectations collapse, we wonder if God cares, having conflated God's faithfulness with a painless, placid life of blessing and provision. We are quick to assume that pain or discomfort means that God's will has been thwarted, or that His love and protection have been withdrawn. It's difficult to accept that, rather than a sign of God's absence, the presence of pain could be a sign of His sovereign care.   Throughout The Horse and His Boy, Aslan continually allows fear, hardship, and even physical pain for the main characters. When Shasta, one of the two main humans in the story, is fleeing from his abusive adoptive father on the Narnian horse Bree, a lion chases them through the darkness. Fleeing from the danger, he encounters another rider fleeing from, it seems, another lion. Aravis is also escaping her home on a talking Narnian horse. Their shared fear and confusion bring them together for a journey neither of them could have made without the other.   Later in the story, they're riding as fast as they can to head off a threat to Narnia. Just as Bree claims he can go no faster, a “new” lion closes in on them. Lewis writes,    "His eyes gleamed red and his ears lay back on his skull. And Bree now discovered that he had not really been going as fast—not quite as fast—as he could. Shasta felt the change at once. Now they were going all out." The lion then badly wounds Aravis, before retreating unexpectedly.    Later, Shasta learns the full story. There was only one lion, not many. Aslan was “swift of foot.” Without the fears and the pain, Shasta and Aravis, Bree and Hwin, would have never met; their quest would have failed; the enemy would have been victorious; and Shasta would never have learned who he truly was. The pain wasn't an afterthought on Aslan's part, but a key element in his plan.   None of this implies that pain should be sought out. Pain is never the point of God's plans, any more than it is the purpose of physical exercise. Never pushing ourselves to the point that it hurts means never improving our health. On the other hand, seeking pain is more likely to do harm than to aid our wellbeing.    In and of itself, pain is not good, but it is meaningful. Pain indicates that something is wrong and needs to be addressed. Without pain, we'd never know. In the same way, breaking bad habits of the past requires pushing beyond our comfort levels, through the pain, and onward on the path to full restoration.   Pain is sometimes required to reorient us. What else can turn one away from a debilitating addiction or insatiable sexual impulse? Without discomfort, would we ever give up on our preferred source of “safety” for the faithful and sometimes painful love of God? Whether through sickness or sacrifice, in ending a dream or enduring hostility, we must remember that God's faithfulness is not determined by how well our lives are going. In fact, it is often known only in the hardest things of life.   To deny that God could or would use discomfort for our good is to deny that He is present in our pain. He is. Just as, in His quest to restore the glory of His creation, He did not shrink back from inflicting pain on His dear Son, His love for His people often includes a level of discomfort and pain. In the end, it is part of His work to restore His image bearers to their intended dignity.    As Lewis wrote elsewhere, “God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our consciences, but shouts in our pains. It is his megaphone to rouse a deaf world.”   This Breakpoint was co-authored by Dr. Timothy Padgett. For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.  This Breakpoint originally aired November 4, 2021.

In this message, Adrian Rogers shares three propositions to make sense out of suffering and comfort us in our pain. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/135/29

In this message, Adrian Rogers shares three propositions to make sense out of suffering and comfort us in our pain. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/135/29

Welcome to Sylvan Way and thanks for joining us as we worship Jesus! 1 Peter - Problem of Pain - 8/13/23 Where we seek to Love God, Love Others, and Live on Mission. We are a church that strives to live fully for Jesus, while sharing His story with others. To learn more: sylvanway.com Send us your prayer requests & comments: sylvanway.com/connect To partner with us through giving: sylvanway.

Welcome to Sylvan Way and thanks for joining us as we worship Jesus! 1 Peter - Problem of Pain - 8/13/23 Where we seek to Love God, Love Others, and Live on Mission. We are a church that strives to live fully for Jesus, while sharing His story with others. To learn more: sylvanway.com Send us your prayer requests & comments: sylvanway.com/connect To partner with us through giving: sylvanway.

reference: Sri Aurobindo, Savitri: A Legend and a Symbol Book VI, The Book of Fate. Canto 2, The Way of Fate and the Problem of Pain, pp. 460-462

Nobody likes to feel pain. In fact, most of us try to avoid it at all costs. But have politics and some public policy taken the prevention of pain too far? What happens when we eliminate human suffering from life? Writer and thinker Scott Raines joins Boyd to discuss his piece in the Deseret News on the "problem" of pain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Book VI The Book of Fate, Canto 2 The Way of Fate and the Problem of Pain, pages 454-456 reference: https://www.lotuspress.com/products/savitri-a-legend-and-a-symbol-new-us-edition-990325?_pos=1&_sid=cf687231a&_ss=r

Jesus' disciples once asked him a question that Christians still wonder about: Is suffering a punishment from God for our sins? Listen to Pastor Jon Bilitz from Wisconsin Lutheran Chapel give the answer from Scripture, including what Jesus says in John 9.  Show Notes Contact the Podcast: RWJPodcast@gmail.com or www.raisedwithjesus.com/podcast  Click here to find a nearby congregation or church home.   yearbook.wels.net All rights reserved. Content used at this podcast comes from a variety of locations & sources.   Pastor Zarling's Book, Resisting the Dragon's Beast: https://a.co/d/33vpeyf  Gene Strusz's books: Morning Prayers for a Christian School: https://a.co/d/ajUEV8A  Essays on Coaching Christian Athletes: https://a.co/d/7HfQ5tk  Dr. John Brug's Lulu Store: https://www.lulu.com/search?contributor=John+Brug  Grace Abounds Reading Guides:  https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/19Tw74cyqt4ZNRcGpwjJ6l1XsT0ldhyxj  CW21 Daily Lectionary:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PN_RWjgV4wnvFALd8f4Hu3MvWAo8Jgh-/view?usp=sharing  Casting Nets Podcast: https://castingnetspod.podbean.com/ Apple   Spotify Contact Casting Nets: castingnetspod@gmail.com  Impact Podcast - St. Andrew, Middleton WI https://st-andrew-online.org/impact/  RSS Link: https://feeds.libsyn.com/314675/rss  Prince of Peace - Thousand Oaks, CA https://www.princeofpeaceto.com  https://www.youtube.com/c/PrinceofPeaceTO/featured  Upside-Down Savior (Pastor Nate Nass) https://www.youtube.com/@upside-downsavior-pastorna1482  Water of Life Lutheran Church - Caledonia & Racine, WI https://www.wateroflifelutheran.com  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcICs1dldnmZ-rcBqs4QtVQ  Life Challenges Podcast https://christianliferesources.com/life-challenges-podcast/  Dust and Breath Podcast https://dustandbreathpod.buzzsprout.com/1071946  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dust-and-breath/id1504141389?uo=4  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Luw8MfSUa2bcA8ljaomu5  Google Play: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMDcxOTQ2LnJzcw==  St. Paul Lutheran Church - Ottawa, ON, Canada https://www.stpaulottawa.org/  https://www.youtube.com/c/StPaulOttawa  Worship at the Anvil Podcast Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worship-at-the-anvil/id1601290288  https://anchor.fm/s/6f8bf9b0/podcast/rss  Also on Spotify. Martin Luther College - New Ulm, MN https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG3EyO6dSM4-5Ujr2HM9ExA  His Word 360 (WLS Prof. Rev. Stephen Geiger) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd542RpYW_KSrkEBUSNw-Lg  WELS Streams: https://www.youtube.com/c/welsstreams  WELS Congregational Services: https://vimeo.com/welscongserve  https://vimeo.com/wels  Point of Grace Campus Ministry https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsI7Z5KbPwLdHeIVj_l1z_A  Pilgrim Lutheran Church - Menomonee Falls WI https://www.youtube.com/user/pilgrimlutheran  Through My Bible readings by Rev. Martin Spriggs.  Audio accessed at https://wels.net/serving-you/bible/through-my-bible-archive/  Produced 2022 by Pastor Hagen: pastorhagen@icloud.com or (419) 262-8280  Music from Joseph McDade: https://josephmcdade.com #raisedwithjesus #lutheran #sanctification #toledome #toledo #welstoledo #jesus #bible #podcast #dailyjesus #jesusdaily #rwjpodcast #jesusfortoledo  Resurrection - Maumee: Family Bible Hour at 10:15 AM, Worship on Sundays at 9 AM & 11:15 AM 2250 S. Holland Sylvania Rd - Maumee, OH Contact RWJ: RWJPodcast@gmail.com (419) 262-8280 CCLI Copyright License 11582729 and Streaming License 20003552 

How do we process pain within the gospel of a good God revealed in Jesus? The early Church gives us some insight into this, as does the New Testament. In this message, Joshua Brown speaks to how we reconcile pain and the goodness of God.

In today's sermon, Josh tackles the question, "How can God be good if there is still suffering in this world?"

Welcome my friends to season 3 of the Determined to Dance podcast. My prayer is that you'll be encouraged to persevere daily in our chaotic world. Today's episode, The Problem of Pain, focuses on how hurting can move us closer to or farther away from God. Show Notes: The Problem of Pain Pain. It comes in many forms: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. I've dealt with it all at one time or another and I'm sure you have also. Pain can be a problem because it has a tendency to either push us closer to God or pull us far away from our heavenly Father. There is no neutral “resting place” when you are experiencing pain. Dealing with the hurt is like being in a dark room alone. Others could be in there with you but no one can know exactly where you are. Take a broken leg. Five people could break their tibia and each would experience different levels of physical pain from the break, mental pain from dealing with loss of motion and stability, emotional pain from lost activities and possibly job-related issues, and some could even note spiritual pain when dealing with the question of “why did this happen to me?” Pain is experienced by everyone but no one can truly understand what you are personally going through. Except for God.  Jeff Walling says: “…one of life's really big questions…comes in various forms, but the bottom line is always the same: “Will you catch me?” “Are you gonna walk out when the going gets rough?” “Will you love me tomorrow?” “Can I really trust you?” If anyone knew how to answer these queries, it was the psalmist. He understood the fears of little boys and big men who look down the dark passages of life and pray, “Father, will you see me through?” He understood the challenge of dancing in the dark, the struggle of trusting and obeying when things look bleak.” Psalm 34:18 is an example: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.” NLT Isaiah 41:10 is one of those verses that helps me through painful times. “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.' NKJV The Message Bible says it this way: “Don't panic. I'm with you. There's no need to fear for I'm your God. I'll give you strength. I'll help you. I'll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you.” When I'm hurting, I need a firm grip. Strength. And the peace that keeps me from panicking. Don't you? When pain attacks, how can we make sure we turn in the right direction, toward our heavenly Father? Take all your questions and concerns to God. He is big enough to hear all you have to say. You can be honest with the Father. Take all your anger, sadness, and remorse to God. He is compassionate enough to bring comfort. After you've poured your heart to Him, listen. Take time to hear the directions He may give you in pointing to friends, remedies, and advice to help you in this distressful time. Back in December, I woke one morning with ringing in my ears. The doctor gave me antibiotics, figuring it was a sinus or ear infection issue. It didn't go away. Over the next months, I read everything about this annoyance that gave me mental and emotional pain. Many tests of my hearing (it is excellent) and an MRI of my head showed nothing out of sorts and there has been no explanation of why I have this problem. It is a day-by-day walk as I deal with the “cicada” noise in my head, sometimes soft and often very loud. My mind is slowly learning to tune it out for much of the time and I am grateful. I pray for healing and the ability to deal with the emotional stress that bothers me, especially at bedtime. For now, when I'm struggling most, I go through the three steps above. I want to cry out “Why me?” but we live in a fallen world and there will be pain of all types until we finally make it home. Dancing in the dark, and deciding to trust God is the only decision that brin...

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Tough Questions: How to handle the problem of Pain? Next up on our tough questions series, we're tackling the problem of pain and suffering. This is something that we hear people talk about on a regular basis namely because this is something that we wrestle with as a humanity. This week Ant and Joe look to discuss the topic of pain in the lives of Christians in a way that invites people to engage in authenticity about life's struggles. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-wilson/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-wilson/support

Akeem Prosser shares a kingdom perspective on dealing with pain.

Why does a good and loving God allow suffering and pain?