The fortunate fall : understanding the blessings and burdens of adveristy

Why does a loving God allow His children to suffer? Why does God allow evil to exist? How do the choices made by Adam and Eve affect us today? In The Fortunate Fall, author Daniel K. Judd offers answers to these timeless questions. His fresh perspective on the lessons we can learn from our first parents -- both from their obedience and sacrifice and from their sins and mistakes -- gives us a deeper sense of the purpose of our existence and of the benefit and necessity of the fall of Adam and Eve and the atonement of Jesus Christ. Drawing on his experience as a Church leader and educator, Brother Judd shows us how a true understanding of the Fall can help us heal troubled relationships and respond courageously to evil and opposition. Knowing the right questions to ask and having the right perspective can make an inspired difference in our lives and in the lives of our families

Why does a loving God allow his children to suffer? Why does God allow evil to exist? Do Adam and Eve's choices really affect me today? Author Daniel K Judd helps us answer these timeless questions with fresh perspectives about the lessons we can learn from our first parents, both from their obedience and sacrifice and from their sins and mistakes. Drawing on his experience as a bishop, Brother Judd shows that correctly understanding the Fall can save troubled marriages and other relationships and help us respond to the many kinds of evil and temptations we face. He shares stories and recent research that show the changes people can make as they understand this doctrine. The Fortunate Fall helps us have patience with ourselves and others and reminds us that many problems we face are a part of God's tutoring to help us become like Him.

Introduction The fortunate Fall Conflicting commandments Making sense out of suffering and sorrow Sin, sickness, and sanctification The nature of the natural man Fig leaves and false gods Redemption and resurrection Epilogue: a personal invitation.