How do I face pain and suffering? What does a Christian say when confronted with the problem of evil? It seems to me that the problem of pain, evil, and suffering is a problem for everyone; but the Christian has a story that allows the glory of God to be revealed through it all. It is called the cross. The sermon today is titled "Pain & Suffering." This sermon is the third installment in our recurring series " The Struggles We Face ." ( Part 1 and Part 2 deal with estranged children). The Scripture reading is from 1 Peter 4:12-13 and Hebrews 9:14 . Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on November 2, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under GROW: Dealing with Struggles and Suffering . Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript. Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced): C. S. Lewis, A Grief Observed C. S. Lewis, Screwtape Letters Alvin Plantinga's " Free Will Defense " Tim Keller, " Evil and Suffering ." Sermon. Feb 4, 2001. William Lane Craig. " The Problem of Evil ." Defenders Podcast. I'd love to connect with you! Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com . Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page . Follow me @nathanpguy ( facebook / instagram / twitter ) Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack .
