Posted by Pete Byers

  1. God is not the creator of evil and suffering.  Rom 3:23, Gen 3:18
  2. Although suffering is not good, God can use it to accomplish good.  2 Cor 7:10
  3. The day is coming when suffering will cease and evil will be judged.  1 Peter 3:9
  4. Our suffering will pale in comparison to what God has in store for his followers.  Rom 8:18, 1 Cor 2:9
  5. We decide whether to turn bitter or turn to God for peace and courage.