How do we know God is present in our suffering?

God’s presence during suffering can often feel hidden, as illustrated by Job's feelings of abandonment amidst his trials. However, these very storms signify God’s active engagement with His people, intending to draw them closer to Him. By recognizing that the storms we face are not random, but actions of a sovereign God, we can be assured that He knows the way we take. As we endure hardships, we learn to see God’s hand working in our lives, often bringing us to a deeper trust and faith in Him, as Job expressed when he believed he would be refined as gold.