Stop Groaning in Despair, See the Hope

Scripture Applied

Suffering is the normal experience for all mankind, yet Christians can become shaken, disheartened, and angry—and even slip into apathy and hedonism—when suffering strikes. But rather than respond in self-pity, as believers, we must understand that we’re heirs of the sufferings of Christ. Even as we’re part of a creation that was subjected to futility by God, we should groan in hope as we wait for glory. How do we do this? First, rejoice that God is in control when suffering comes. Second, set our minds on things above. And, third, trust in God’s Word, not in our emotions. This is how we make peace with our suffering.