God's Purpose for Suffering
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Why do we Suffer?
It is obvious that we live in a world full of sorrow
and suffering. Suffering is common to all men. God has given us hope through His Word, so that we can deal with suffering in our lives. By reading and studying the Word of God we will be able to understand from a godly perspective the purpose of our suffering. What does suffering mean for a child of God? Why do
God's children suffer in this life? What is the purpose of suffering?
These are just some of the questions we may ask when we experience pain
or when we see someone else going through sorrow.
Looking for Answers
The best place to find
these answers are in God's Word, the Holy Bible. God has placed the
answers to life's questions in the Bible. The apostle Peter speaks about this issue in 1 Peter 4:12-13 Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to test you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: But
rejoice, since you are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his
glory shall be revealed, you may be glad also with exceeding joy.