Solutions to Evil and Suffering

Question 1

What was the story of Job?

Answer 1

Job was a sinless man who worshipped God faithfully. Satan thought that that was only because he had a good life. God allowed Satan to take away the goodness of his life. Job remained holy.

Question 2

What does the Psalms show in evil and suffering?

Answer 2

Suffering brings people closer to God.

Question 3

What is Psalms?

Answer 3

A book from the Old Testament containing 150 sacred songs.

Question 4

SOWAA that shows suffering is good?

Answer 4

‘It was good for me to be afflicted so I might learn your decrees’

Question 5

What does Genesis 1 show for evil and suffering?

Answer 5

God created man in his image thus they have free will so they can choose whether or not they want to believe in God.

Question 6

Jesus suffered too?

Answer 6

God allowed his own son to suffer yet his son remained good.

Question 7

What are intercessionary prayers?

Answer 7

Prayers that are for other people.

Question 8

What can people do to solve evil and suffering?

Answer 8

Pray intercessionary prayers.
Offer practical help such as feeding the needy.