How does God comfort believers in their times of trouble?

God provides comfort to believers in their suffering through His abiding presence and the promises found in Scripture. As noted in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, God is 'the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; who comforteth us in all our tribulation.' This means that not only does He minister to our needs in distress, but He also equips us to extend that comfort to others who are suffering. God's promise to revive His people, as seen in Psalm 138, highlights the vital role of His grace in sustaining us through our trials.