The Problem of Evil, Revisited

The problem of evil is the difficulty of reconciling belief in the existence of an all-powerful, perfectly good God with the reality of the existence of evil in the world. Previously on this blog, I have done a four part series on the problem of evil, addressing the problem with reference to the biblical story … Read more

Theological Reflections on Plague and Other Natural Disasters

Plagues.  Hurricanes.  Earthquakes. Tsunamis.  Volcanic Eruptions. These events can kill thousands, bring suffering to many times more, and seriously disrupt the normal course of life and society.  They cause us to pause and to ask the question: why do these things happen? Natural Disasters and Evil For the atheist, the answer is obvious: these events … Read more