The Theology of Pain and Suffering?

[Coonskinner]

Originally Posted by Daniel Alicea

and no record that she didn't

An argument from silence is not very strong.

[Coonskinner]

I personally believe that the greatest difference between us and the early church is in our attitudes toward suffering.

We think it is horrible, and they rejoiced to be counted worthy to suffer.

In fact, I mentioned that in my lesson last night.

But then, Calvary wasn't 2,000 years old then. It was still very fresh and real to them.

[SDG]

Originally Posted by Coonskinner

I personally believe that the greatest difference between us and the early church is in our attitudes toward suffering.

We think it is horrible, and they rejoiced to be counted worthy to suffer.

In fact, I mentioned that in my lesson last night.

But then, Calvary wasn't 2,000 years old then. It was still very fresh and real to them.

The persecution that followed played a role also.

[mizpeh]

Originally Posted by Daniel Alicea

What's interesting ... on the flip side .... the prosperity crowd criticize some Christians for glorifying pain and suffering ...

What's the balance?? ...

Paul speaks of a one-two punch .. the power of His resurrection {Easter morning} and the fellowship of His suffering {Good Friday}

Ec 7:14 In the day of prosperity be joyful, but in the day of adversity consider: God also hath set the one over against the other, to the end that man should find nothing after him.

[RevDWW]

Pain has a way of bringing things into sharp focus.

Good Thread!!!

[SDG]

Originally Posted by mizpeh

Ec 7:14 In the day of prosperity be joyful, but in the day of adversity consider: God also hath set the one over against the other, to the end that man should find nothing after him.

Awesome Word.

[SDG]

Originally Posted by RevDWW

Pain has a way of bringing things into sharp focus.

Ya ain't kidding .... real quick too.

[RevDWW]

Originally Posted by Daniel Alicea

Ya ain't kidding .... real quick too.

I hate the dentist. I'll do most anything not to go. But yesterday at work I had the worst tooth PAIN. Is was sooo bad I called the dentist and went right over. Four Advil took the edge off. I need a root canal and am scheduled for the 25th. Talk about get my attention!!!! I have taken a few Advil since, but I do have a pain killer prescription just in case.

Bad pain makes you want to get to a place where it can be relieved!

[SDG]

I've had a pending root canal for 2 years ... I know ... I need to go ... but I REALLY HATE THE DENTIST.

[Johnny]

You'er not alone. LOL