Why do bad things happen to good people? Why is God doing this to me? This might be the most vulnerable, real and raw episode of Resident Strangers yet as Steve and Rich do their best to address these questions. This conversation begins a series of episodes on suffering while being under God's sovereignty. A key mindset to have when thinking through this is remembering that as believers this world is not our home. One day we will experience perfection, but that day has not yet come. Steve brings up the story of Cain and Abel to talk through how God's sovereign hand was present in the midst of tragedy and sin. Another big factor is remembering that no matter what happens believers are called to represent Jesus and live like Him. That can be easy to understand but harder to do. Rich and Steve both reference a lot of scripture passages to support these ideas while also speaking from the heart. They each share very personal stories about suffering in their own lives. Thankfully God is at work in both the good and the bad; He can redeem any tragedy. Steve, Rich and Sarah pray this conversation speaks to you right where you are.

Steve Engram's testimony on The Stories Collective, Episode 100

Rich Holland's testimony on The Stories Collective podcast, Episode 45

Trials of Many Kinds by Rita Springer + Brooke Ligertwood

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