War, pestilence, plagues, strife… People in biblical times faced hardship, and we face hardship today. Evil runs rampant and has an affect on our world. BUT…there is a glory awaiting believers that will make the suffering of this life seem as inconsequential as a stubbed toe…and a judgment awaiting unbelievers that will make life’s suffering seem like a walk in the park. There will be suffering in this world, but—this promise is for you, believer!—take heart! He has overcome the world!
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