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Scenario

When religious doctrine conflicts with love

My brother killed himself last month and my church family keeps saying he is in hell now and I cannot accept that a loving God would damn someone who was in so much pain.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Theological judgments about beloved people can force a choice between doctrine and compassion.

Your guide for this
Rumi
Rumi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Faith and suffering — the theodicy question?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.