Author: Sharon Pittman

Sharon: I’d like to delve into the intersection of personality and genetics, in the context of our ongoing discussions about pain and suffering. Today, I’ve woven in elements that touch upon the genetic influences on how we perceive and process pain. Let’s ground our conversation in a Bible verse that emphasizes the universality of divine…

Don: Sharon is going to give us the leadoff thoughts this morning, about culture and suffering. She’s lived in many different cultures. Sharon: Let me talk a bit about the various cultures I’ve lived in. I grew up in Michigan, specifically in Pontiac, before my parents became missionaries in Pakistan. Those formative years in Pakistan…