Is God Really Good? Aslan, Lewis, and the Problem of Pain

How could an all-powerful and perfectly good God allow so much evil and suffering in the world? This question captures one of the biggest stumbling blocks for believers and skeptics alike.

Our guest lecturer for this event, Donald T. Williams, PhD, is a leading Christian scholar on the works of C.S. Lewis. He will address this “problem of evil” head-on in his talk (about 45 min.). Afterward, we will have an audience Q&A session, also running approximately 45 minutes. Bring your thoughtful questions, and let’s have a lively and productive discussion on this ever-important topic!

Donald T. Williams, PhD, is Professor Emeritus of Toccoa Falls College and a past president of the International Society of Christian Apologetics. A dual citizen of Narnia and Middle-earth, he stays camped out on the borders between serious scholarship and pastoral ministry, literature and theology, poetry and apologetics. He is the author of sixteen books including The Young Christian’s Survival Guide (Christian Publications, 2019) and Answers from Aslan: the Enduring Apologetics of C. S. Lewis (DeWard: 2023).

This is a FREE event, but you still need to register (below) in order to attend.

PARKING: East Deck 1 is closest, about a 5 min. walk (see map above for walking directions). Your GPS should get you to the general spot, but make sure not to use the “East Deck 2” entrance—use the entrance that’s clearly marked “Visitor” / “East Deck 1.” If you come to the East Deck 2 entrance first, keep driving a little past the roundabout to find the East Deck 1 Visitor Entrance.

IMPORTANT: In accordance with university policy, food and beverages (other than bottled water) are not permitted in the classroom. Please note that this event may be recorded (audio and/or video).