Addressing the Emotional Problem of Evil

Addressing the Emotional Problem of Evil

C.S. Lewis: “No one ever told me that grief felt so much like fear.  I am not afraid but the sensation is like being afraid.”

William Lane Craig: “Undoubtedly the greatest intellectual obstacle to belief in God – for both the Christian and non-Christian – is the so-called problem of evil.”

Dallas Willard: “Feelings live on the front row of our lives like unruly children clamoring for attention.”

Augustine: “There can be no evil where there is no good.”

Kenneth Samples: “The atheist, in effect, depends on the objective moral system of Christianity in order to raise moral objections against the Christian God.”

In the most recent Christian Research Journal, my article: “Addressing the Emotional Problem of Evil: Why Christians Hope” looks at how we can respond when this topic arises.  I encourage you to pick up a copy or become a subscriber of the journal at www.equip.org

MJ 

*All quotes referenced in this blog are properly attributed in the journal article

Free Systematic Theology Workbook!

Free Systematic Theology Workbook!

I have noticed a recent trend at my latest conferences for women: they are buying up “Systematic Theology” by Wayne Grudem. This is a rather extensive book that explains the doctrines of the Christian faith. So I’ve been looking around online for a workbook or guide to help them begin studying the book. Acts 29 Network has a free resource by Pastor Scott Thomas of Mars Hill Church that guides you through the book entitled, Theological Clarity and Application: Equipping Leaders in Biblical Doctrine. There are two workbook options for download: one is 63 pages (just the workbook questions) and the other is 91 pages (the full workbook in color). I took a look at the 63 page download and it is great! This would be a perfect addition to your newly purchased “Systematic Theology.” It would also be a great help for a bible study centered on the basic Christian doctrines.

You can find the downloads here. Scroll down to below the article.

Happy Studying!

MJ

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