What does the Bible say about tragedy?

The Bible often reveals that what we perceive as tragedy can actually be instruments of God's divine plan. For instance, in Acts 8, the stoning of Stephen led to a great persecution, but this persecution caused the church to scatter and carry the gospel to new regions. This demonstrates that God uses events that cause distress to fulfill His greater purpose, leading to the expansion of His kingdom. God remains sovereign and good, working all things after the counsel of His own will, including the tragedies that occur in our lives.