Thankfulness in Suffering

Life isn't all rainbows and unicorns.

There are good times, to be sure, but there are lots of rough patches and even downright disasters.

Jesus said there would be days like this. None of us is exempt from pain and suffering.

Father loves us in the midst of it all. Good times and bad, the Holy Spirit is faithfully guiding and comforting us. Jesus told us in no uncertain terms that He would never leave us nor forsake us.

This is why, even in the darkest days we can remain thankful. We aren't thankful for the darkness and pain, but we are thankful _in_ it.

Thankful that we aren't alone.
Thankful that we're unconditionally loved.
Thankful that we are accepted by God.
Thankful that we are secure in Him.
Thankful that He is working for good.
Thankful that we are coming to know Him better.
Thankful that we are growing in grace.

Don't let the enemy make you think that something is wrong with you.

Your suffering is happening because you are still living in this fallen world.

Don't think you're being singled out.

Even Jesus suffered.
The Apostles suffered.
Everyone suffers.

Believe God. Trust that where you go, He goes. Rely upon His Spirit to be with you.

Lean into Him.
Know that He cares.
Trust Him for peace and comfort.