Length3h 9m
About this audiobook
Why would a good God allow so much suffering? Why doesn't God take away our pain?
Some say he allows it. Others call it punishment. Still others dare to name it a gift. But what is the truth—and how do we live under the weight of suffering that seems senseless, tragic, or cruel?
With clarity, compassion, and the depth of Catholic tradition, the author invites readers into the heart of the Church's wisdom on human suffering, an age-old mystery that touches every life.
This book explores the nature of evil and why God permits it, the meaning of suffering, how Jesus transforms pain and suffering, and what it means to believe in a God of joy in a world of sorrow.
Whether you are struggling personally or seeking to understand the suffering of others, this book offers a faithful, honest, and hope-filled perspective for those who dare to ask: Why?
Audiobook details
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length3 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byRecorded Track
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateFeb 10, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Opening
2Introduction
3Chapter 1: The Problem
4Chapter 2: Initial Thoughts
5Chapter 3: God and Moral Evil
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6Chapter 4: Does God “Permit” Evil?
7Chapter 5: God and Natural Evil
8Chapter 6: A Few Specific Questions
9Chapter 7: How to Deal with Pain?
10Chapter 8: The Reason for Pain
11Chapter 9: What Does God Expect from Us?
12Annotated Bibliography
13Closing
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