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With every earthquake and war, understanding the nature of evil and our response to it becomes more urgent. Evil is no longer the concern just of ministers and theologians but also of politicians and the media. // We hear of child abuse, ethnic cleansing, AIDS, torture and terrorism, and rightfully we are shocked. But, N. T. Wright says, we should not be surprised. For too long we have naively believed in the modern idea of human progress. In contrast, postmodern thinkers have rightly argued that evil is real, powerful and important, but they give no real clue as to what we should do about it. // In fact, evil is more serious than either our culture or our theology has supposed. How then might Jesus' death be the culmination of the Old Testament solution to evil but on a wider and deeper scale than most imagine? Can we possibly envision a world in which we are delivered from evil? How might we work toward such a future through prayer and justice in the present? // These are the powerful and pressing themes that N. T. Wright addresses in this book that is at once timely and timeless.
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"I'm grateful for Wright's approach to the problem of evil in this book. His insistence on not arriving at simple answers makes the answers he discusses - ultimately forgiveness because of Christ's work on the cross overpowers evil - avoid triviality. The problem of evil is a hands on problem that required a very hands on solution from God. For us, our role to play in the problem is far less intellectual and far more hands on too. We are to be forgivers - evil undoers."
— Dave (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Why does evil persist in a world created by a good God? And why does the church seem so feeble in counteracting evil? Wright addresses these questions in a readable and compelling plea to renew the church's compassionate mission in these challenging times.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“Wright's biblical exegesis is brilliant enough to revive many a flagging spirit, and the advice on how to use faith in God's promises to deal with evil in the real world is even more restorative… Familiar teaching made vital and compelling again.”
— Booklist -
“Wright should be commended for refocusing us on what we ought to do with evil, rather than discussing how it came to be… His book can be profitable to pastors and theologians interested in reflecting on Biblically responsible ways to minister to an evil stricken and suffering world.”
— Evangelical Review of Society and Politics -
“The subject of evil itself is intriguing, and Bishop Wright keeps our eyes riveted on it… This book's treasures are accessible to any serious reader… it reads like an informal speech, given by a knowledgeable individual speaking out of his hard won insights into a most vexing human and theological problem.”
— Catholic Books Review -
“Evil and the Justice of God unravels any skeptic's doubt that a loving God can exist in a world so full of suffering. Tom Wright offers a breathtaking glimpse into the mind and purposes of God . . . and a hope-filled plan for how we can reconcile a broken world with the kingdom to come.”
— Peggy Wehmeyer, host, World Vision Report -
“Wright puts evil in perspective by giving us a powerfully persuasive vision of the 'new heavens and new earth,' the ultimate reality in which we can already begin to participate. This is a book that every thoughtful Christian should read.”
— Books & Culture, a Christian Review
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" It's OK, but not impressive. "
— Ferrell, 2/18/2014 -
" This was a pretty good book. it certainly made me think. Wright makes a lot of good points about how we should view evil and God's response. I think Wright's main point is that we shouldn't try to explain it away. It is evil and shouldn't be taken lightly. Forgiveness is rejecting evil and then seeking reconciliation. This wasn't one of Wrights best books, but considering the length and the complexity of the topic it serves as a good intro. "
— Brian, 1/2/2014 -
" I think I'm going to have to call this one quits. N.T. Wright can be quite insightful, but he can also be quite boring. In this case, he doesn't appear to be saying anything new. Then again, I think maybe there's nothing new to say beyond what God said to Job. "
— Skylar, 12/24/2013 -
" A great read for trying to understand the darkness of our times and God's level of involvement. "
— Jason, 12/22/2013 -
" totally worth my time! clearly explored the concepts of evil and god's part in it from the christian point of view. much to think about. a second reading is a given. "
— Maggie, 12/11/2013 -
" N.T. Wright throws a curveball to contemporary discussions of the problem of evil. This is a must-read for anyone bothered by the question, "How can a good God let evil happen?". "
— Nate, 6/30/2013 -
" A book that challenges our thinking about evil and God. "
— Dan, 4/29/2012 -
" Conceptually fine but telegraphic. I wish NTW had explicated more. "
— Sherri, 12/13/2011 -
" Really good stuff, although a topic like this really needed a treatment of Hell. "
— Douglas, 7/26/2011 -
" Excellent. Highly suggested. "
— David, 7/9/2011 -
" Excellent philosophical look at a) how we in the west approach the subject of evil and b) how God does. "
— Brandon, 3/15/2011 -
" Anything by this author is worth to read, and i do mean it "
— Jonathan, 2/26/2011 -
" Great Christian book to answer questions concerning why God "allows" evil to happen in the world. "
— Kathy, 11/28/2010 -
" Wright gives a promising theodicy in light of the cross to answer the problem of evil. A differing perspective from other philosophical treatments. It's worth your time. "
— Jonathan, 12/31/2009 -
" Excellent philosophical look at a) how we in the west approach the subject of evil and b) how God does. "
— Brandon, 6/26/2009 -
" Really good stuff, although a topic like this really needed a treatment of Hell. "
— Douglas, 1/15/2009 -
" A great read for trying to understand the darkness of our times and God's level of involvement. "
— Jason, 10/28/2008 -
" The best work on theodicy I have ever read. What a great, fresh approach. "
— Rod, 8/12/2008 -
" Great Christian book to answer questions concerning why God "allows" evil to happen in the world. "
— Kathy, 7/10/2008 -
" N.T. Wright (Anglican bishop of Durham, England) is a wonderfully articulate writer and a challenging theologian. "
— Judith, 6/9/2008 -
" <strong> wow </strong>. i mean <em> <strong> wow </strong> <br/> <br/>i think my favorite part of this book was the lengthy section on what Christians can be doing in order to partake of God's justice and fight against evil. really REALLY good.</em> "
— Melissa, 5/2/2008
About N. T. Wright
N. T. Wright, former Bishop of Durham in the Church of England, now serves as chair of New Testament and Early Christianity at the School of Divinity at the University of St. Andrews. He has been featured on ABC News, Dateline, The Colbert Report, and Fresh Air. He is the award-winning author of such books as Simply Christian, Surprised by Hope, After You Believe, Simply Jesus, How God Became King, and the series Christian Origins and the Question of God, and he is the translator of The Kingdom New Testament.
About Simon Vance
Simon Vance (a.k.a. Robert Whitfield) is an award-winning actor and narrator. He has earned more than fifty Earphones Awards and won the prestigious Audie Award for best narration thirteen times. He was named Booklist’s very first Voice of Choice in 2008 and has been named an AudioFile Golden Voice as well as an AudioFile Best Voice of 2009. He has narrated more than eight hundred audiobooks over almost thirty years, beginning when he was a radio newsreader for the BBC in London. He is also an actor who has appeared on both stage and television.