Welcome to the Trust in God Podcast: Episode 9This week, we tackle one of humanity's oldest and most challenging questions: "Why do bad things happen to good people?" Join Grant and Father Bennett as they delve into the profound theological and personal dimensions of suffering, evil, and God's eternal plan. This episode offers spiritual guidance and a broader perspective for anyone grappling with life's injustices and tragedies.What You’ll DiscoverIn this raw and honest discussion, hosts Grant and Father Bennett explore:The Problem of Evil: Examining traditional and deeper understandings beyond simple explanations like "sin."Interconnectedness of Humanity: How our choices and the fallen nature of creation impact everyone, blurring the lines of "good" and "bad."God's Perspective vs. Ours: Shifting from our limited human viewpoint to God's infinite plan and the true meaning of a "good life."The Purpose of Free Will: Why God allows us the choice to love Him, even if it leads to painful consequences in a fallen world.Concupiscence and Original Sin: Understanding our innate inclination towards evil and how it reordered creation.Detachment and Eternity: How suffering can help us detach from earthly concerns and long for the ultimate, boundless promise of heaven.God's Empathy and Faithfulness: Remembering that Jesus, though sinless, suffered, and how His experience empowers us to trust God through our darkest moments.This episode doesn't offer easy answers, but it provides a framework for understanding suffering within God's loving and eternal perspective, helping us to trust Him more deeply.🙏 Prayer ChallengeWhen you face hardship: Pray for the grace to see God's eternal perspective and unite your suffering to Christ's cross.When you witness suffering: Ask God for opportunities to alleviate pain and contribute to building His kingdom here on earth.For those enduring tragedy: Pray for peace, comfort, and the profound trust of the grieving father shared in this episode.Get Involved👍 Like: Help us spread this message of hope by hitting the LIKE button!🔄 Share: Pass this episode along to a friend or family member who is wrestling with the question of suffering.🔔 Subscribe: Join the Trusting God Podcast community on YouTube and hit the bell icon to stay updated on our faith-filled conversations!Connect with St. Michael the Archangel PastorateFor more resources and to deepen your faith journey, visit:🌐 Website: stmichaelpastorate.org📱 Facebook (St. Augustine, Rensselaer): /staugustinerensselaer📱 Facebook (Sacred Heart, Remington): /sacredheartremington📷 Instagram: /stmichaelpastorate🎥 YouTube: /@st.michaelthearchangelpast999We’re excited to grow in faith with you! Tune in and let’s explore God’s plan together.