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Those who understand God’s sovereignty have joy even in the midst of suffering, a joy reflected on their very faces, for they see that their suffering is not without purpose.

R. C. Sproul

It is when we view our suffering as meaningless—without purpose—that we are tempted to despair.

R. C. Sproul

Knowing that any suffering experienced by believers is part of God’s overall sovereign plan provides its own comfort.

John F. MacArthur

God is in control, but in His control He allows us to experience pain. The pain is very real. We hurt, we suffer. But in the midst of our suffering we must believe that God is in control; that He is sovereign.

Jerry Bridges

Because God is both sovereign and suffering, we know our suffering always has meaning even though we cannot see it.

Timothy Keller