Bad Theology, 2 of 4 from October 12, 2025

“Both God’s justice and love are beyond our capacity to understand.”

Job 11 by Ben Russell (@neighborhoodpastor93)

SUMMARY

This sermon explores the complex themes of God's justice and love as presented in the book of Job, emphasizing how they often surpass human understanding. Pastor Ben discusses how Job's story includes both accurate and flawed human perspectives about God, which are ultimately addressed and corrected by God Himself. The sermon also delves into the suffering faced by Job and the well-intentioned yet misguided responses from his friends, encouraging listeners to find appropriate ways to support those in distress.

REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

• 💬 Have I decided to follow Jesus?

• 💬 Has my sense of justice been transformed by the experience of God’s grace?

• 💬 What is my response to suffering, whether in my life or someone else’s?

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

• 📝 Sermon Notes for this message

• 💾 Download a transcript of this message

• 📰 Blog Summary for this message

• 🖼️ Sermon Slides

• 📖 Read Job 11:1-20

• 📖 Read Job 20:1-29

LINKS

• Website

• Download our App! (Apple) (Android)

• Donate

• Podcast

• Music by Blue Dot Sessions