What does the Bible say about affliction?
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The Bible teaches that affliction is real and grievous, yet God is near to his people in it, sustains them by grace, and works their trials for their good and his glory. Psalm 34:17-20 assures believers that the Lord hears the righteous and delivers them, even though they have many troubles. Paul learned in 2 Corinthians 12:9 that Christ's grace is sufficient and his power is displayed in weakness. Present suffering is not worthy to compare with the coming glory, as Romans 8:18 declares. God uses hardship to produce endurance, character, and hope, and he faithfully provides strength and a way to endure temptation.
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- Psalms 34:17-20
[17] The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, And delivers them out of all their troubles. [18] Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, And saves those who have a crushed spirit. [19] Many are the afflictions of the righteous, But Yahweh delivers him out of them all. [20] He protects all of his bones. Not one of them is broken.
- Psalms 34:19
Many are the afflictions of the righteous, But Yahweh delivers him out of them all.
- 2 Corinthians 12:9
He has said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me.
- Romans 8:18
For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which will be revealed toward us.
- Psalms 119:71
It is good for me that I have been afflicted, That I may learn your statutes.
- 1 Corinthians 10:13
No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.
- Romans 5:3-4
[3] Not only this, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering works perseverance; [4] and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope:
- Romans 8:28
We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose.
- 2 Corinthians 4:16
Therefore we don't faint, but though our outward man is decaying, yet our inward man is renewed day by day.
- Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.
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