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#12090 Why Does God Allow Suffering? Understanding Its Purpose in Faith - Jimmy Akin

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Why does God let us go through pain, like breakups, when it feels pointless? Jimmy Akin explores this tough question and answers more on Sunday obligations, Church hierarchy, and Catholic history.

Questions Covered:

  • 02:52 – What would obligations for Sunday Mass be if you were in a Ground Hog’s Day scenario?
  • 08:38 – Do we jump around with the readings at Mass?
  • 14:13 – How do I know the difference between a bishop, an archbishop, and a cardinal?
  • 20:39 – When did Jesus mean by “taking up your cross” when he wasn’t crucified yet? Also, I’m writing a Catholic history book in Spanish; do I need an imprimatur?
  • 36:10 – Why does God give us suffering when it feels like there’s no purpose? For example, a break-up.
  • 45:50 – Why does St. Irenaeus say that the Church was founded and organized in Rome by Peter and Paul?
  • 49:15 – What are the rules for working on Sunday?
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