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How does God use suffering for our benefit?

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God uses suffering to chasten and mold us into the image of Christ, fostering our holiness.

Suffering is not an arbitrary element of the Christian experience but a purposeful tool in God's hands. According to Hebrews 12:11, 'Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.' This indicates that through enduring hardships, we are shaped and developed in our character, becoming more like Christ. In essence, God employs our struggles to refine us, teaching us to rely on Him and producing a fruit of righteousness that glorifies Him.
Scripture References: Hebrews 12:11

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Consider Him
Mike McInnis · Jan 10, 2016
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