Instructions:
Why is the existence of evil and suffering such a problem for the
Instructions:
Why is the existence of evil and suffering such a problem for the Christian worldview?
Does any other worldview beside Christian theism have an answer to pain and suffering? Discuss.
Summarize possible theistic responses to the problem of evil, including natural catastrophes.
Read and reflect on the assigned material carefully. In some cases there are no right or wrong answers to the questions; what I am looking for is thoughtful engagement with each question. Be sure to answer all parts of each question.
Make use of Gilson and Weitnauer, eds., True Reason, chap. 15