"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28
"He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us." 2 Cor. 1:4
Your suffering is not senseless, Daughter of God.
It may seem He is deaf to your cry for rescue from your pit, but be sure He has heard every syllable and is sensitive to your every whimper. It isn't even that He hasn't answered you---He's just chosen to answer with something better than a "yes". His answer is, "Just you wait and see. You are gonna be so glad I didn't do what you asked."
Sometimes it's not about the rescue but the work God does while you wait for the rescue.
The beauty that your difficulty is fashioning will put you on His runway. Your testimony will make you shine in a way that makes future sufferers want to interview you. Then, because God didn't pull you out till you were golden, you will be ready to give an answer that's better than what you heard somebody else say. You'll be telling what you know firsthand.
Somebody out there is going to need what you are learning. Don't let them down by giving up. Don't cheat yourself of the utter joy of being the tool God reaches for when He wants to comfort someone.
Stay put.
Persevere!
It is SO gonna be worth it!
This is a wonderful way to allow Him to refine us - even though it is difficult, He gives us His power and strength and is always walking beside us. Praise God
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