What Does the Book of Revelation Teach Us About Suffering?

In this "Revelation" devotional, Senior Pastor Mike Woodruff addresses a profound and deeply personal question: What does the Book of Revelation teach us about suffering?Pastor Mike explains that Revelation, written by John from the isolation of Patmos, is "resistance literature" for a church facing persecution. It does not deny the reality of pain or sanitize hardship. Instead, it grounds our understanding of suffering in the person of Jesus—the One who suffered on our behalf and is intimately acquainted with our pain. The book calls believers to faithful endurance, recognizing that suffering is not a detour from discipleship but often part of the refining process that God uses to shape and strengthen His people.This message offers a sober yet hopeful perspective, assuring us that our suffering is seen by Christ, has purpose, and ultimately points to the coming victory where every tear will be wiped away.Don't Miss the Rest of the Series:Watch the full "Revelation" Devotional series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDrtLuCNhew7-vYFAjG0kGaDHsWMdEtotConnect with Us:Visit our website: https://christchurchil.orgMore Revelation Series Resources: https://christchurchil.org/revelation