This is Max Lakato. We all have pain. Some sufferings we deserve, but many we do not.

Deformities, death of a child, wartime atrocities. What do you do with these? Why are some people

bitter, angry, and harsh, while others are tender, receptive and kind? Much of the answer is found

in their response to pain.

Scripture makes three clear statements about affliction. First, there's no pain-free option.

In the world, you will have tribulation, Jesus said. Second, everyone does something with their

pain, numb it, obsess it, run from it.

But thirdly, pain displays God's glory.

You know, we exist to make a big deal out of God.

Regarding humanity, God declares, I have made them for my glory.

It was I who created them, and nothing glorifies God greater than faith in the midst of suffering.