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Contending for the Word Q&A
Suffering is difficult, but it is not meaningless in the Christian life. In this episode, Dave Jenkins examines how God uses suffering to produce endurance, refine genuine faith, develop godly character, strengthen hope, and draw His people into deeper dependence on Himself.Drawing from Romans 5:3–5 and 1 Peter 1:6–7, this episode reminds believers that trials do not have the final word. God is at work in the midst of suffering, shaping His people and strengthening their faith in Christ.Listen or Watch
In This Episode
- How suffering produces endurance.
- How trials refine and reveal genuine faith.
- Why endurance develops character and hope.
- How suffering deepens dependence on God.



