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If God is Real, What About Suffering?

If God is real, why is there so much suffering? This question is very often the biggest barrier to faith. We'll explore some of the reasons people have offered for why a good God might allow pain. And why Christianity points not to clever answers but to a person.

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What the Hell? Why would God send people to hell who have never heard of Jesus?

What happens to people who never get the chance to hear about Jesus? Do they go to hell? It's one of the oldest objections to Christianity. This is Alanzo's take on the topic.

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If God exists, why is it hard to tell?

Oxford philosopher Max Baker-Hytch speaks with Sara Stevenson about “evidential ambiguity” — the idea that evidence for God is not always clear. They discuss different ways people search for truth, what kinds of evidence are publicly available, and why uncertainty does not necessarily rule out God’s existence.

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Why doesn’t God heal everyone?

Why does God heal some people and not others? In this talk, Lara Buchanan explores what the Bible says about suffering, unanswered prayer, and the mystery of divine healing, drawing on stories from Scripture and the experiences of believers who have wrestled with faith in the midst of pain.

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What is justice in an age of cancel culture?

What happens to justice in a world where everyone defines truth for themselves? Max Jeganathan explores whether real justice is possible without a shared foundation—and why the Christian vision offers more than moral opinion.

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What can I do when the world feels broken?

In this video, Sam Allberry explores how Christians can engage meaningfully with a world marked by division, conflict, and chaos. From political unrest and economic instability to personal disillusionment, our culture has become increasingly adversarial, so how can Christianity offer real hope in times of unrest?

Does Suffering disprove God? Simon Edwards & Harry Amos

This thought-provoking debate between Harry Amos, an agnostic atheist, and Simon, part of the OCCA team, considers the question of…

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Where Does Our Value Come From? (Part I)

Amidst cultural pressure to set goals and measure success, Simon Edwards reflects on what gives our lives true value and meaning. In Part I of II, he explores how biblical truths offer a deeper foundation for our worth and value beyond achievements or abilities.

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How Does the Christian Worldview Engage with Social Issues?

Charlie Styles interviews Eleasah Louis, a theologian dedicated to helping Christians explore their faith and its connection to societal issues. Together, they discuss how Christianity shapes identity, promotes justice, and how churches can actively engage with and address racial justice issues.

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How to Live through an Environmental Apocalypse

Is following Jesus bad for the environment? Sam Allberry reflects on his relationship to environmental activism as a Christian, exploring the relationship between faith and environmental care, offering a Christian perspective on urgent ecological issues in today's world.

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How can I find meaning in my pain?

Alanzo Paul examines the profound question of God and suffering from a Christian perspective, exploring how God could allow suffering in our world. Through a combination of philosophical analysis, theological insights, and personal stories, he reflects on how faith can help us find meaning in the midst of pain and hardship.

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