Is Suffering Biblical? | Ep 40

from Discovering God · host Rip Wahlberg

Does the bible teach prosperity or suffering? Are we meant to thrive or just survive? Is God the author of our suffering? What does the bible say about these things? This week Rip and Jeff answer some of those questions and more!Get Rip Wahlberg's new book, "Shattered" out now on Amazon.com and online at Barnes & Noble. Look for it in stores soon.Connect with Jeff on his website, https://www.jeffmclain.com/ and his blog "Lead A Quiet Life," https://www.patheos.com/blogs/leadaqu...You can connect with us on Facebook (Discovering God), Instagram (@discoveringgod__) and TikTok (@discoveringgod) Just look for the compass!If you enjoy these discussions please give us a like, comment and also subscribe. You can also support the guys by giving the podcast 5-stars on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.Intro and outro music is provided and license by Envato ElementsEnvato Elements Pty Ltd (ABN 87 613 824 258)PO Box 16122, Collins St West, VIC 8007, AustraliaSupport the show

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