苦难与神的主权
Suffering and the Sovereignty of God
约翰·派博、贾斯汀·泰勒 / John Piper & Justin Taylor
简介 Summary
派博与泰勒合编的苦难神学文集，汇集了多位改革宗学者对苦难问题的深度思考。全书从神的主权、人的责任、基督的受苦、圣徒的盼望等多个角度，为理解苦难提供了全面的神学框架。各章作者结合圣经神学、系统神学与实践神学，回应了现代人面对苦难时的困惑与挑战。这部文集特别强调苦难在神主权计划中的意义，以及它对信徒属灵成长的价值，为受苦的圣徒提供了坚实的神学安慰和盼望根基。
A theological anthology on suffering co-edited by Piper and Taylor, gathering profound reflections from multiple Reformed scholars on the problem of suffering. The book provides comprehensive theological framework for understanding suffering from perspectives of God's sovereignty, human responsibility, Christ's sufferings, and saints' hope. Contributing authors combine biblical theology, systematic theology, and practical theology to address modern confusion and challenges regarding suffering. This collection particularly emphasizes suffering's significance in God's sovereign plan and its value for believers' spiritual growth, providing solid theological comfort and hope foundation for suffering saints.
📑 章节 Chapters
God's Sovereign Rule
确立神在一切事情上的绝对主权，包括苦难的许可和目的。
Establishes God's absolute sovereignty over all things, including the permission and purpose of suffering.
“万事都互相效力，叫爱神的人得益处。 All things work together for good for those who love God.”
“我们的神在天上，都随自己的意旨行事。 Our God is in heaven; he does whatever pleases him.”
The Purpose of Suffering
探讨神允许苦难存在的各种目的，包括管教、洁净和见证。
Explores various purposes for which God allows suffering, including discipline, purification, and testimony.
“生身的父都是暂随己意管教我们，惟有万灵的父管教我们，是要我们得益处。 Our fathers disciplined us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us for our good.”
“患难生忍耐，忍耐生老练，老练生盼望。 Suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.”
Trusting in Suffering
教导信徒如何在苦难中继续信靠神的智慧和慈爱。
Teaches believers how to continue trusting in God's wisdom and love during suffering.
“你们在大患难之中，蒙了圣灵所赐的喜乐。 You welcomed the message with the joy given by the Holy Spirit, in spite of severe suffering.”
“神是我们在患难中随时的帮助。 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”