Why the righteous suffer

And our hope about you is firm, because we know that if you share in the suffering, you also share in the comfort. 2 Corinthians 1: 7

This question : “Why must the righteous suffer ?” Is as old as time. There is only one place where we can find an answer, and it is in the Bible. You don't have to study the scriptures long to find out why sinners face setbacks and anguish. They are separated from God. Their grief is the result of their sins. But why do Christians suffer ?

The scriptures teach that many Christians suffer so that they can fellowship with others who are in misfortune. Only those who have experienced sorrow and suffering can be in communion with those who suffer. The Word of God also teaches that Christians suffer so that they can glorify God in their lives. The Bible also teaches that Christians suffer so that God can teach them prayer lessons. In addition, Christians suffer so that God can bring them to repentance.

Prayer for the day

How tender your comfort is, Lord. How you love your punishment.

Billy Graham