The Sweet Uses Of Adversity

When people go through hard times, they often ask God, “Why are You letting this happen to me?” Spurgeon explains that when God allows struggles, it isn’t because He hates us — it’s because He loves us and is doing something important in our lives. Sometimes God uses difficulties to show His strength by helping us stand firm even when life is painful. Other times, He uses problems to help us grow stronger in our faith, the same way exercise strengthens muscles. Hard times can also reveal hidden sins or bad habits we need to let go of. God may even use suffering to protect us from future mistakes we don’t see coming. Most of all, Spurgeon says that suffering makes us more like Jesus, who also suffered. Even though adversity hurts, it can bring us closer to God, teach us humility, and help our faith become deeper and more real.Sermon delivered by Charles Spurgeon on November 13th, 1859.