Ep. 149: God Can Bring Good Out of Evil
Mar 27 • 9:06
Ep. 149: God Can Bring Good Out of Evil
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Ep. 149: God Can Bring Good Out of Evil

March 27, 2025 • 9:06 • Jay Holland

In this episode, Jay explores the profound question of how God can be good in the face of evil and suffering. He discusses the problem of evil across various worldviews, emphasizing that even atheism struggles with this issue. Jay highlights the Christian perspective, which offers hope and comfort through the understanding of free will and God's love. He shares the biblical story of Joseph to illustrate how God can turn evil into good, encouraging listeners to maintain hope and faith amidst their struggles.

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Mar 27 • 9:06
Ep. 149: God Can Bring Good Out of Evil

In this episode, Jay explores the profound question of how God can be good in the face of evil and suffering. He discusses the problem of evil across various worldviews, emphasizing that even atheism struggles with this issue. Jay highlights the Christian perspective, which offers hope and comfort through the understanding of free will and God's love. He shares the biblical story of Joseph to illustrate how God can turn evil into good, encouraging listeners to maintain hope and faith amidst their struggles.

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Guided By Faith is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network.

For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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Ep. 147: God Created A World With Choice

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About the Host

Jay Holland

Jay Holland is a follower of Jesus, a husband to Emily, and the biological and adoptive father of four children. For more than two decades Jay has served as a pastor in family and student ministries, and has walked through multiple special needs challenges within his own family.

Jay’s personal and pastoral experiences led him to launch the weekly Let’s Parent on Purpose podcast to equip and empower moms and dads to build thriving families. He serves at Covenant Fellowship Baptist Church in Stuart, Florida and is also on the board of Hopegivers, a ministry that cares for children and churches in India.

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