Hard but Good

Romans 5:3-4 “Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” Have you ever prayed that God allow you to suffer?  Probably not–yet Paul in Romans–and this is God speaking to each of us–tells us the end result of suffering is a faith filled with hope.  That is, a confidence which comes from a convinced hope and faith.  Therefore, suffering is good.  So, you and I have to conclude that whether we experience joy or suffering, we are blessed as only God can bless.  We conclude: Thank you God, for joy and for suffering.  As a Christian, life is always blessed!