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title: "How to Talk to My Kids About Suffering"
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date: "2023-05-17"
updated: "2026-09-15"
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# How to Talk to My Kids About Suffering

> Talking to kids about suffering requires both theological wisdom and sensitivity. Dr. Gerald Peterman from Moody Bible Institute shares practical guidance for parents navigating these difficult conversations.

**Type:** Articles  
**Published:** May 17, 2023  
**Authors:** [Moody Radio](https://www.bibletolife.com/resources/authors/moody-radio)  
**Topics:** [Parenting](https://www.bibletolife.com/resources/topics/parenting)  
**Perspective:** Engage

When we surveyed parents about the questions their kids have, many of them asked about suffering. How do I talk to my kids about suffering? [If God is all powerful](https://bibletolife.com/resources/questions/how-do-our-prayers-change-gods-actions/), why do we suffer? How do I make this theological concept feel personal and accessible to their sensitive heart? In this episode with Dr. Gerald Peterman from the [Moody Bible Institute](https://mood.edu/) for a conversation about how to talk to kids about [suffering](https://bibletolife.com/resources/topics/suffering).

## For Further Reading

[Where I End](https://www.bibletolife.com/resources/books/where-i-end)

by Katherine Elizabeth Clark