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The Crisis of Faith

Introduction and the Search for Faith

The Rise and Fall of Charles Templeton

Confronting Doubts: The Strobel-Templeton Interview

Addressing Exclusivity and Grace

Objection 1: Why Jesus is the Exclusive Path?

The Gift of Grace and the Mediator

The Intellectual Defense: Part 1 & 2

Objection 2: The Challenge of Evil and Suffering

Recap of Part 1: The Logical Version

Introduction to Part 2: The Probability Version

Point 1: Human Limitations

Point 2: Background Information and Probability

Four Doctrines Explaining Evil

Point 3: Four Christian Doctrines

Doctrine 1: Purpose of Life

Doctrine 2: Mankind in Rebellion

Doctrine 3: Purpose Beyond This Life

Doctrine 4: Knowledge of God as Incomparable Good

Summary of the Intellectual Problem

🎮 Pixel Quest: Doctrines of Defense

The Emotional and Redemptive Response

The Emotional Problem of Evil

Perspective on Pain: The Story of Joni Eareckson Tada

Conclusion: Redeeming the Worst with the Best

Knowledge Check

Quiz: The Crisis of Faith

Quiz: Exclusivity and Grace

Quiz: The Logical and Probability Arguments

Quiz: Four Christian Doctrines

Quiz: Emotional Response and Redemption

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Course Survey

Defending the Faith: Biblical Perspectives on God and Evil equips you to face one of life’s hardest questions: If God is good, why is there so much suffering? Drawing from Scripture, Christian philosophy, and compelling real-world stories, this course guides you through both the intellectual and emotional dimensions of the problem of evil. You’ll explore the classic logical and probability versions of the challenge, learn why many modern philosophers consider the logical contradiction solved, and discover how background information, human finitude, and Christian doctrine shape a reasoned response. Alongside rigorous argument, you’ll address the heart’s cry through case studies like Joni Eareckson Tada and the sobering journey of Charles Templeton. You’ll wrestle with exclusivity claims about Jesus, the meaning of grace, and the promise of redemption that reframes pain within God’s eternal purposes. By the end, you will be able to articulate a clear, compassionate defense of Christian hope: that God truly exists, knows our suffering, and in Christ has entered it to bring ultimate good. Ideal for small groups, church leaders, students, and seekers, this course blends accessible teaching, visual aids, quizzes, and a gamified module to deepen understanding and retention.

Defending the Faith: Biblical Perspectives on God and Evil

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            <p>The existence of suffering and evil presents one of the most profound challenges to the Christian faith, often leading to a deep-seated crisis of belief. This course explores the core questions regarding the coexistence of an all-powerful, loving God and a world marred by pain. By examining the historical and biographical account of Charles Templeton, whose loss of faith serves as a poignant case study, students will analyze how unresolved doubts and the emotional weight of suffering can impact one's spiritual journey. Through the lens of Christian apologetics, the curriculum seeks to address these doubts not merely as abstract philosophical puzzles, but as vital hurdles that must be cleared to maintain a robust and defensible faith in the modern world.</p>

<p>Moving beyond the initial crisis, the course provides a rigorous intellectual defense by distinguishing between the logical and probabilistic versions of the problem of evil. Participants will delve into the "Logical Version," which argues that God and evil are mutually exclusive, and the "Probability Version," which suggests that given the full background information of the universe and human limitations, God’s existence remains highly probable despite the presence of suffering. Central to this defense are four key Christian doctrines: the primary purpose of life as knowing God rather than mere happiness, the reality of human rebellion, the perspective of eternity, and the incomparable good of intimacy with the Creator. These theological pillars offer a framework for understanding how God can permit temporal evil to achieve a greater, eternal redemptive purpose.</p>

<p>Finally, the course addresses the personal and emotional dimensions of faith, recognizing that intellectual answers alone are often insufficient in the face of tragedy. By exploring the concept of grace and the biblical claim of Jesus as the exclusive mediator, the curriculum explains how the Christian message offers a unique solution to the human condition of sin and separation. The redemptive power of God is further illustrated through the perspective of those who have endured significant hardship, such as Joni Eareckson Tada, demonstrating how personal suffering can be transformed into a deeper, more intimate knowledge of God. Ultimately, this study aims to equip believers with the tools to defend their faith against common objections while finding hope in the promise that God is actively redeeming the worst aspects of our world with the best of His grace.</p>
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