Category Archives: Theodicy

The Jury has returned with a verdict…

Posted on May 27, 2016 by

Have you ever approached God as if he were a defendant in need of making His case to you? Continue reading →

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God of the vulnerable

Posted on October 8, 2014 by

“What a contrast. We see God, the most potent and self-sufficient Power imaginable, continually expressing profound concern for the least potent and self-sufficient — the orphan in distress.” Continue reading →

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Where is God when we suffer?

Posted on July 27, 2014 by

God is an active presence in the midst of trouble, hardship and suffering. Continue reading →

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The parable of the wheat and tares

Posted on July 23, 2014 by

One of the most misinterpreted parables of Jesus. Continue reading →

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Confused about God in a world of suffering

Posted on April 22, 2014 by

In our efforts to understand how God relates to the evil actions of humans (or even to His own acts of judgment), we must make some important distinctions concerning God’s will. Continue reading →

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What we must know about Satan

Posted on April 7, 2014 by

The great mystery of tension between the activity of Satan and the sovereignty of God is found in the trials of Job. Continue reading →

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Trust God at all times

Posted on March 19, 2014 by

Here’s a great quote from someone who practiced its truth in conditions far worse than most people ever experience. Continue reading →

Posted in Anxiety, Despair, Discouragement, Doubt, Encouragement, Evil in the world, Faith, Pain, Problem of evil, purpose, Questioning God, Suffering, Theodicy, Trials, Walking with God, Worry | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment