Would a Good God Allow Suffering?

Engage with the debate about whether the suffering in the world shows that a loving God cannot exist. What can we say concerning natural evil such as tsunamis and earthquakes? Why doesn't God prevent people from doing evil things? Are there any possible reasons that such a God might allow suffering to continue?

The Biggest Question: 2. Possible Answers

Multiple Speakers

Part 2 of a video series examining why God allows suffering suggests possible answers that can be offered.

The Biggest Question: 3. Personal Responses to Suffering

Multiple Speakers

Part 3 of a video series examining why God allows suffering describes some personal responses to suffering.

Powerless and Uncaring: A loving God & so much suffering?

Adrian Holloway

We all know there's lots of suffering in the world. If there is a God why doesn't he do anything about it? Doesn't he care? Or is he…

Answering Questions About Suffering

Christopher Ash

Helpful pointers for answering questions about the harsh reality of suffering.

What Kind of God Doesn't Prevent Suffering?

Michael Ots

Michael Ots asks three questions about suffering: 1. Why is there suffering? 2. What, if anything, has God done about it? 3. What will…

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