Purpose in Pain: Finding Hope in Hardship
Opening Scripture
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." - James 1:2-3
"For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all." - 2 Corinthians 4:17
Today's Reflection
Having explored the transformative power of grace, we now face one of the most challenging aspects of our walk with Jesus: understanding the role of suffering in our spiritual journey. Jesus never promised His followers an easy path—instead, He promised His presence on the difficult road and purpose in our pain.
Jesus's own journey provides our deepest understanding of suffering's role in God's plan. From His birth in a humble manger to His death on a criminal's cross, Jesus's life was marked by hardship. Yet each difficulty served a greater purpose in God's redemptive plan. Consider how Jesus approached suffering:
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