Feb 19, 2016 Edition

The God of Prosperity and Evil

A Broadcast with R.C. Sproul

God warns in Isaiah 5:20, "Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil." We would expect a good and righteous God to say things like that. But things start to get a little confusing as we read on in the book of Isaiah. In chapter forty-five, verse seven, God seems to be saying something that doesn't appear to fit into our understanding of His good and holy character. God plainly says, "I make peace, and create evil." What do we do with a statement like this? How can a good God create evil? Looking at this difficult saying in this message, Dr. Sproul helps us understand "The God of Prosperity and Evil."

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R.C. Sproul

R.C. Sproul

R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was known for his ability to winsomely and clearly communicate deep, practical truths from God’s Word. He was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew’s Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine.


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Nathan W. Bingham

Nathan W. Bingham

Nathan W. Bingham is vice president of ministry engagement for Ligonier Ministries, executive producer and host of Renewing Your Mind, host of the Ask Ligonier podcast, and a graduate of Presbyterian Theological College in Melbourne, Australia. Nathan joined Ligonier in 2012 and lives in Central Florida with his wife and four children.


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