"problem of pain" Tagged Sermons
When the Light Breaks In
In John 9, Jesus heals a man born blind—not only restoring physical sight but revealing a deeper spiritual reality. This miracle, or “sign,” exposes the contrast between physical vision and spiritual blindness. With our “small eyes,” we often try to make sense of the great mysteries of suffering, pain, and evil. But Jesus invites us into a larger story: God’s redemptive work in the world. The Pharisees, though physically sighted, cannot recognize the Light of the World standing before them.…
Rescue in the Ruins
In Psalm 82, we wrestle with the deep questions of justice, suffering, and divine responsibility. Why do bad things happen? Is God really in control? And who will fix the brokenness of our world? We are reminded that God not only hears our cries—but steps into our pain to rescue and restore. Text: Psalm 82 Sermon preached by Peter Tepper at St Peter the Fisherman, New Smyrna Beach, Florida on 13 July 2025.