1 Peter 1:6-9
In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, you have been grieved by various trials, that the genuineness of your faith, being much more precious than gold that perishes, though it is tested by fire, may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the revelation of Jesus Christ, whom having not seen you love. Though now you do not see Him, yet believing, you rejoice with joy inexpressible and full of glory, receiving the end of your faith—the salvation of your souls.
Notes:
It is merciful of God to bring trials upon us.
Our responses to our trials will be the result of our knowledge and understanding of God.
We can only endure as much suffering as God is precious to us.
There is an aspect of our Christian walk that can only be grown by suffering.
What is worse than this circumstance? Dishonoring God in it.
People often ask, What possible good could come of this? Answers: Your salvation, the salvation of others, your sanctification, and\or the sanctification of others.
Most people know that God can provide something good out of these trials but they doubt whether He will...in other words they doubt His goodness.
God's sovereignty is rooted in His goodness.
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