When Trouble Comes, You Fall to the Level of Your PreparationThat includes the way you view God's role in suffering. Here's a new thought from Job, and a couple of insights that will help you when trauma, tragedy, and other massive things (TMTs) strike.(Adapted and expanded from S9E75 Get a Good Theology Around Suffering)When hard times come, you will be overwhelmed with doubt, fear, and you'll be unsure of what to do next. Unless, that is, you have a good theology in place to answer the inevitable "why" questions. This episode will help you get your head on straight when life hurts.Scripture: Job 23:8-9, Psalm 139, Psalm 121, Psalm 29, Psalm 143Music by Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs!Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose!Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book!Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!
(00:02) - Introduction on suffering and trauma
(02:20) - Insights from Bible study on prehab and new insights
(04:39) - Trusting in God's work in the midst of suffering
(06:21) - Finding hope and purpose in the midst of suffering
(10:36) - Preparing for suffering and having a good theology in place
(11:48) - Finding Purpose in Suffering
(13:26) - Theology of Suffering and Doubts about God's Love
(16:59) - The Fallacy of a Perfect Environment for Happiness
(19:56) - David's Cry for God's Presence in the Pit
(21:34) - Psalm 139: God's Intimate Knowledge of David
(22:01) - David's Assurance: God's Presence in Every Situation
(24:12) - Filtering Thoughts: Is it True, Necessary, and Compassionate?
(27:15) - Don't Harm Yourself: Purposeful Mindset Change and Good Theology
(30:00) - Theology of suffering and the search for truth
(32:20) - Changing our mindset about suffering and finding hope
(39:39) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Book