The Problem of Pain Study Guide

The Most Trusted Study Guide to Understanding The Problem of Pain!

Why must humanity suffer? Why doesn’t God alleviate our pain, even some? In his book The Problem of Pain, C.S. Lewis’s philosophical approach to why we experience pain can be confusing at times. The Problem of Pain Study Guide breaks down each chapter into easy-to-understand questions and commentary to help you find meaning and hope amid the pain.

The Problem of Pain Study Guide expands upon Lewis' elegant and thoughtful work where he seeks to understand how a loving, good, and powerful God can possibly coexist with the pain and suffering that is so pervasive in the world and in our lives. As Christ-followers we might expect the world to be just, fair, and less painful, but it is not. This is the problem of pain.

In addition to Scripture references, discussion questions, and related commentary, The Problem of Pain Study Guide also provides easy-to-read chapter summaries highlighting overarching themes, definitions, and references.

To help with those more difficult discussion questions, a complete Answer Guide and Scripture Reference Guide is available for free online.

This complete Bible study experience is perfect for book clubs, church groups, and independent study.

The Problem of Pain Study Guide includes:

• Eleven sessions of study with multi-week options included
• Comprehensive Bible study workbook with studies for each week
• Complete chapter summaries to go deeper
• Bible study questions that are ideal for group discussion
• Answer Guide for all questions and Scripture Reference Guide available for free online
• Perfect for book clubs, small groups, or individual Bible study
• Available in print or e-book formats

The problem of pain is inescapable and its effects profound. The Problem of Pain Study Guide combines the wisdom of C.S. Lewis with the authority of Scripture to help you battle the issues and difficulties that lie ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I also need the actual book The Problem of Pain to do the study?

Yes. The study guide includes discussion questions, commentary, and more, but you will need the book to read corresponding chapters that go with each weekly lesson.

How long is the study?

The study is twelve weeks covering two-three chapters per week. However, the study can easily be formatted to an eight or ten week study based on your schedule.

Does each person in the study need their own study guide?

Yes. It’s most helpful for learning purposes if each person has their own study guide to answer questions and to make notes. However, couples might find it convenient to share the C.S. Lewis book for reading purposes.

Can anyone lead the study?

Absolutely! The study is created in a discussion based format allowing any leader to simply guide participants through each study question at weekly meetings.

Can I get access to the answers for each discussion question?

Yes. The answers for each discussion question are available for free online! In addition, we provide a Scripture Reference sheet for each Bible passage to save valuable class time.

Do you have other C.S. Lewis book studies?

Yes! We have created studies for Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, and The Great Divorce./em>.

Alan Vermilye is an Amazon best-selling author who has written numerous works, including modern retellings of John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress series and John Milton's Paradise Lost. He is also known for creating some of the most trusted study guides for C. S. Lewis classics, including The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, and The Problem of Pain. In addition, Alan has authored the devotional series The Carols of Christmas (Volumes 1-3), as well as The Hymns of Easter. His work also includes study guides for Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol and his favorite film, It's a Wonderful Life. To learn more about his books, Bible studies, and devotionals, visit www.BrownChairBooks.com.