Suffering


Suffering



Suffering is not necessarily a result of sin. It's in the Bible, John 9:2-3, TLB. "'Master,’ His disciples asked Him, 'why was this man born blind? Was it a result of his own sins or those of his parents?' ‘Neither,’ Jesus answered. 'But to demonstrate the power of God.'"
Jesus never promised that His followers would not suffer. It's in the Bible, Luke 21:17-19, TLB. "And everyone will hate you because you are Mine and are called by My name. But not a hair of your head will perish! For if you stand firm, you will win your souls."
Jesus empathizes with us in our tough times. It's in the Bible, Hebrews 2:18, TLB. "For since He Himself has now been through suffering and temptation, He knows what it is like when we suffer and are tempted, and He is wonderfully able to help us."
Suffering is unavoidable but can be a growing experience. It's in the Bible, James 1:2-3, TLB. "Dear brothers, is your life full of difficulties and temptations? Then be happy, for when the way is rough, your patience has a chance to grow."

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