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the problem of pain
the problem of pain
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In this emotional chapter, Lewis sets out to bring the element of comparison to the
discussion of suffering. The comparison of suffering in light of the glory of heaven is
important, although it draws criticism. Some argue that “pie in the sky” mentality is a
sign of weakness, and a desire to escape the reality of life here. While this is possible, it
is not what God wants his people to be about. God desires us to be about the business
of living heaven here on earth, not just waiting idly until we get there. The concept of
heaven is woven throughout the scriptures, so it must be taken seriously.
The desire for heaven is put beautifully by Lewis. He writes that in some ways we may
not desire heaven, but in our hearts it’s likely we have never desired anything else. It’s
a whisper that calls to us in a way that we wonder if we heard it at all, yet if it became
loud, we would know it word for word.
The joy of heaven is the promise of having a place for us where we can worship and
experience God in a way that will be unique in the universe, and yet will flow
wonderfully into the symphony of all creation. It’s hard to write about. I’m glad Lewis is
able to do so in a way that freezes my fingers, but warms my heart.