Solutions of suffering

• What is the main theme of the study material?

  Solutions to the problem of suffering
• What does the Bible tell about individuals who suffered?

  • They suffered greatly
  • They remained faithful
• Who are mentioned as offering solutions to suffering?

  1. Irenaeus and St. Augustine
• What do Catholics believe about God in relation to creation?

  God is the creator of all, and creation is good
• What are practical solutions for many Catholics?

  • Charity
  • Prayer
• What does Job's story illustrate about faith?

  Faith remains despite losing everything
• What happens to Job in the biblical story?

  Job is tested and loses everything
• What does God challenge Job to do?

  Trust Him and accept His power
• How do Job's friends respond to his suffering?

  They fail to understand his situation
• What do Psalms 119 and 46:1 convey to Christians?

  • Clinging to God during suffering
  • Finding comfort and hope in God
• What does Jesus' suffering signify in the New Testament?

  It is part of the divine nature
• What do Acts show about Christians and suffering?

  They are prepared to suffer for their faith
• Who is mentioned as the first martyr in Acts?

  Stephen
• What do some Catholics believe about evil?

  • Evil is a consequence of free will
  • It is caused by the misuse of good
• What is the role of evil according to the study material?

  Evil is necessary for human development
• What will God ultimately bring about?

  Good in the end
• Why is suffering considered necessary for humans?

  • It helps develop and grow
  • It teaches moral choices
• How are people created according to the study material?

  In God's image
• What is the reason for suffering according to the text?

  Due to the misuse of free will
• What does God promise to bring about in the end?

  Good outcomes
• Why is evil necessary for humans?

  • It allows for development and growth
  • It teaches moral choices
  • It helps people learn to make right decisions
• In whose image are people created?

  In God's image
• What must people do to grow into their likeness?

  They must grow through suffering
• What are practical responses to suffering mentioned in the text?

  • Prayer
  • Charity
  • Helping others in need
• What role do prayers of intercession play?

  They are part of the Mass
• What can sometimes be the only meaningful response for individuals?

  Prayers of intercession
• What does helping others signify in Christian charity?

  Core message of Christian charity
• What do those who help others gain?

  Eternal life
• What does the Bible remind Christians about suffering?

  • It reflects the suffering of Jesus
  • It connects to the suffering of God's people
  • It emphasizes the importance of compassion
• What do some find useful in addressing suffering?

  Theoretical solutions
• What do others turn to instead of theoretical solutions?

  Practical responses
• What is the relationship between suffering and mystery according to the text?

  Suffering remains a mystery for many
• What is suggested as a key factor in some Christians deciding to stop practicing their faith?

  Key factor in suffering
• What is the first point mentioned regarding wisdom and authority?

  No source of wisdom and authority
• What should one write as a second point?

  It is not specified in the text
• What is the significance of the term "natural evil"?

  It refers to suffering caused by nature
• Why is there no source of wisdom and authority in the first point given?

  It suggests a lack of guidance in suffering
• What must be included in the second point regarding suffering?

  It must include a source of wisdom and authority
• How might Catholics respond to the problem of suffering?

  By using prayers for personal and others' suffering
• What is one way Catholics might find it useful to respond to suffering?

  Through their prayers for personal suffering