Suffering is not God's desire for us, but occurs in the process of life.
Suffering is not given to teach us something, but we do learn through it.
Suffering is not given to us to teach othes something, but they, too, may learn through it.
Suffering is not given to punish us, but it is sometimes the consequence of poor judgement or sin.
Suffering does not occur because our faith is weak, but through it our faith may be strengthened.
Suffering is not God's way to achieve the divine purposes, but through suffering God's purposes are sometimes achieved.
Suffering is not always to be avoided at all costs, but is sometimes chosen.
Suffering can either destroy us or add meaning to life.
The will of God has more to do with how we respond to life than how life deals with us.
by Cornelius Remple
