Briefly summarize the problem of evil and suffering. Cite and reference Chapter 9 in the textbook.
Briefly summarize the Christian worldview's response to the problem of evil and suffering. Cite and reference the lecture and/or Chapter 9 in the textbook.
Imagine that a close friend has just suffered through a great personal loss (death of a loved one, natural disaster, disease, job loss, divorce, or a broken relationship) and your friend asks you why God would let such a terrible thing happen. How would you respond to your friend?
How might the problem of evil and suffering lead one to the conclusion that absolutes exist?