41 min
#15: REJOICE IN SUFFERING? HOPE IN HARD TIMES
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- Christianity
All world religions and world-views, address the issue of suffering, because suffering has always been part of what it means to be human. However, there is tremendous variety in the way suffering is approached, and, many other worldviews leave me (at least) very dissatisfied with their take on suffering. For just three examples: In Buddhism, suffering is an illusion, while for Hindus, those who suffer deserve to do so because of karma. For atheists, there is no ultimate rhyme or reason for anything, so if your suffering happens to be severe, bad luck to you.
Only Christianity tells us that we can have lasting joy in suffering. Only the Bible teaches that God himself suffered for us, and suffers with us. Join us, as we talk about these, and related issues, today.
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hopefulsuffering.substack.com
All world religions and world-views, address the issue of suffering, because suffering has always been part of what it means to be human. However, there is tremendous variety in the way suffering is approached, and, many other worldviews leave me (at least) very dissatisfied with their take on suffering. For just three examples: In Buddhism, suffering is an illusion, while for Hindus, those who suffer deserve to do so because of karma. For atheists, there is no ultimate rhyme or reason for anything, so if your suffering happens to be severe, bad luck to you.
Only Christianity tells us that we can have lasting joy in suffering. Only the Bible teaches that God himself suffered for us, and suffers with us. Join us, as we talk about these, and related issues, today.
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hopefulsuffering.substack.com
41 min