How do we know that God is sovereign over our sufferings?

The sovereignty of God in our sufferings is a central theme throughout the Scriptures, as illustrated in the life of Job. When God allows Satan to test Job, it's clear that God is in control of the situation and has a divine purpose behind the suffering (Job 1:8-12). Job's trials were not without reason; they were used to purify his faith and demonstrate his righteousness. This theme is recurrent; God uses trials to humble us, reveal our hearts, and increase our reliance upon Him, assuring us that He is actively working even in our pain for our ultimate good and His glory.