Theology of Suffering

In the article, "The Mystery of Suffering: How Should I Respond?" I understand Kenneth R. Overberg's 3 important points about Jesus and suffering to be very simple and concise. The 3 points outline that Jesus does all he can to heal, comfort, and love all of those who suffer. In point #1 Jesus heals those who suffer from blindness and sickness, even though God the Father presented these individuals with ailments.In point #2 Jesus rejects that suffering is a form of punishment for sin. Lastly, point #3 illustrates how Jesus always remains faithful to God and never loses trust in him, no matter how tough his suffering becomes. "The Theology of Atonement/Ransom" states that Jesus' life was created then taken by God as a punishment for our sins. God sought for a ransom in order to make up for the mistakes and wrongs of all people. On the other hand, "The Theology of Incarnation" states that God created all things with life, love and purpose. It also states that Jesus was not created human in order to be taken away as a punishment, but created as an example of how all of God's creation is to live. I agree with "The Theology of Incarnation" because I believe God did all things in goodness and life, and he never punishes his people. God created Jesus as an example for all people, not as a "ransom" for those who have done wrong.