J.C. Ryle, an Anglican bishop who often taught on holiness and purity, said that God would use suffering and affliction to bring us closer to Him.
Spiritual growth and closeness to God are more valuable than a life of comfort and temporal ease.
Life is full of distractions that can easily make us forget God. But God is not distant from human suffering. Jesus Christ came into this world as a helpless baby and He suffered and die on the Cross so that we sinners can be reconciled to God our Heavenly Father.
Our goal in life is to enjoy Him and to glorify Him in our daily living. We live not for ourselves but for His glory. 🙏🏼
