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How do we know God uses suffering for His purpose?

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We know God uses suffering for His purposes because Scripture teaches that it helps reveal His glory and furthers the Gospel.

God's sovereignty over suffering is a theme throughout Scripture, particularly seen in how Paul relates his sufferings to the spread of the Gospel. Colossians 1 emphasizes that Paul's toil and struggle are for the sake of making God's Word fully known. This implies that suffering is not in vain; it plays a purposeful role in God's plan, often leading to greater understanding, deeper faith, and broader outreach. In 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, Paul mentions that our momentary affliction prepares us for an eternal weight of glory, highlighting that suffering is a tool for God's greater purposes, ultimately drawing His people closer to Himself and revealing His character to the world.
Scripture References: Colossians 1:24-29, 2 Corinthians 4:17-18

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