The problem of evil

The Problem of Evil

Guest Speaker: Dr. Travis Dickinson, Professor of Philosophy at Dallas Baptist University

Dr. Travis Dickinson (Professor of Philosophy at Dallas Baptist University) spoke in our worship service discussing the problem of evil and how to view this from a Biblical worldview.

Discussion Panel

Dr. Travis Dickinson (Professor of Philosophy at DBU) and Dr. Madison Grace (Elder) answer questions related to the topic of the problem of evil.

Considering objections to the Christian faith, is there any benefit for Christians to think about these objections, and how can one guard against doubt that could creep in as a result? (3:10)

How can you walk alongside someone who is going through suffering? (9:18)

What are some things that well-meaning believers say to those going through suffering that is actually unhelpful? (14:58)

How do you explain suffering to someone who has written off God? (21:27)

Is my suffering a result of sin in my life? (25:39)

If God wanted everything to be perfect, then why did he not get rid of Satan? (30:27)

What do I do when I am suffering and God feels distant? (35:45)

About Dr. Travis Dickinson

Dr. Dickinson received his BA in Education from Alaska Bible College, his MA in Christian Apologetics and MA in Philosophy of Religion and Ethics from Biola University, and his MA and PhD in Philosophy from the University of Iowa. He currently serves as a Professor of Philosophy at Dallas Baptist University.

He is the author of Logic and the Way of Jesus and Everyday Apologetics, and the coauthor of Stand Firm: Apologetics and the Brilliance of the Gospel.

The problem of evil