In this deeply honest episode, Dr. Stanley tackles one of life’s most enduring questions: Why does a loving God allow suffering? With biblical wisdom and personal reflection, he explains that pain isn’t pointless—it often protects us, reveals our character, deepens our dependence on God, and equips us to help others. Drawing from Paul’s thorn in the flesh and his own ministry experience, Dr. Stanley encourages us to shift our question from “Why?” to “Lord, what are You doing through this?” Pain may not feel good in the moment, but in God’s hands, it can become a path to growth, freedom, and spiritual strength.