ST217: Systematic Theology — Personal, Corporate, and Structural Sin

This episode explores the nature of evil and the Christian response to suffering, defining evil not as a created entity but as a privation of the good that stems from disordered desires and the human tendency toward idolatry. The text moves from the intellectual challenges of theodicy to the practical necessity of biblical lament, highlighting how the cruciform victory of Christ provides a model of solidarity with those in pain. It further analyzes the "architecture" of sin—where misplaced loves lead to spiritual decay—and concludes by prescribing a path of metanoia (radical repentance) and confession. Ultimately, the document serves as a roadmap for spiritual formation, advocating for liturgical counter-formation through disciplines like fasting and community to resist systemic and personal brokenness.This episode was created with the assistance of AI tools.