Can we defend God's love, goodness, and power in a world scarred by
violence and suffering? Do we need to? Traditional attempts to
explain the problem of evil have mostly seen it as a philosophical
and theological task. In this fascinating take on theodicy, John
Swinton reminds readers that the experience of evil and suffering
precedes pontification on its origin.
In "Raging with Compassion" Swinton argues for a practical
theodicy, one embodied in the life and practices of the Christian
community. This practicality does not seek to provide an
explanation for the existence of evil, but rather presents ways in
which evil and suffering can be resisted and transformed. This, he
insists, will enable Christians to live faithfully with unanswered
questions as they await God's redemption of the whole creation.
Swinton explores essential practices of redemption -- lament,
forgiveness, thoughtfulness, hospitality, and friendship -- drawing
out their practical implications for the faithful resistance of
evil. Enhanced by case studies from current events and by Swinton's
own experience as a pastor and mental health nurse, this book seeks
to inspire fresh questions about the Christian traditions, as well
as new responses and modes of practice to our broken, fallen
world.
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