Alexandria Covenant Church

Making Use of Suffering

Life is hard, and none of us is exempt from suffering in this world. While suffering is never easy, by rightly responding to it, as Christians we can find joy in it and are able to use it to grow closer to God and become more like Jesus. We can be confident that God will not overlook our suffering but use it to refine us. --- Life is full of challenges, yet as Christians we are called to live holy lives, reflecting God's character in every part of life. While enduring suffering and hardship is never easy, Jesus, our living hope, gives hope in difficult times. Throughout the letter of 1 Peter, we are reminded of the transformative power of God's amazing grace, the need to endure trials with patience, and the importance of trusting God by living in obedience to His word.