God's Sovereignty in Suffering and Strength through Faith

The sovereignty of God over suffering is highlighted as a source of strength and joy in the hardest seasons of life. The Bible emphasizes that God governs all things, including sufferings, and those who trust in His goodness and wisdom find strength and joy through their sorrows. Scriptures from Isaiah, Ephesians, Matthew, Lamentations, James, Hebrews, and Psalms affirm that nothing happens apart from God's will, both prosperity and calamity. Even suffering is viewed as a form of discipline and a means to produce righteousness. The detailed sovereignty of God is illustrated in everyday occurrences, emphasizing His control over every aspect of life.