Bible Verse–Proverbs 25:15

Proverbs 25:15 By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaks the bone.

Bible Verse–2 Timothy 2:12

If we suffer, we shall also reign with him: if we deny him, he also will deny us:

Bible Verse–Ephesians 1:12

That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in Christ.

Bible Verse–Acts 3:19

Repent you therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord.

Sufferings and Trials Are Necessary for Our Life’s Growth

I heard a story: A group of colorful and beautiful pencils are about to leave the factory. Then they will go to different places to work and welcome their new life. First, they will suffer being sharpened by knives, because only through that can they begin to...