You may be processing the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, seeking perspective through a biblical lens.<br /><br />In this program, Ralph Drollinger takes us to the book of Job and several more passages as we learn about Theodicy—how God remains sovereign even though evil exists in the world.<br /><br />Ralph reminds us that Job’s life stands as a powerful example of how to respond when our world falls apart. Job trusted in God’s character and persevered with unshakable confidence.<br /><br />Together with host Frank Sontag, Ralph unpacks key takeaways from Job for public servants and all believers:<br /><ul><li>Trust before reasoning</li><li>Recognize heavenly matters affect earthly lives</li><li>The righteous will suffer</li><li>Don’t judge spirituality by circumstances</li><li>Perseverance is primary</li><li>God’s essential nature is good</li><li>God is faithful and blesses the righteous</li></ul>As we encounter suffering and persecution, will we, like Job, stand with steadfast faith in the God who has revealed Himself through His Word?<br /><br />📖 Download the full study at capmin.org<br /><br />Chapters:<br />0:00 – Welcome and ministry update<br />2:27 – Global growth of CapMin and Zambia training conference<br />6:39 – Local Government Ministries and Oaks in Office curriculum<br />12:24 – Introducing the study: Pertinent Lessons from the Book of Job<br />15:36 – Trust before reasoning<br />17:24 – Heavenly matters affect earthly lives<br />18:02 – The righteous suffer<br />18:20 – Don’t judge spirituality in relation to suffering<br />19:11 – Perseverance is primary<br />19:35 – God’s nature is good; God is faithful<br />22:23 – Applying Job: Making your life count for Christ<br />23:30 – Closing