Timothy Keller emphasizes that suffering is a ubiquitous and inevitable part of human life but can serve as a profound catalyst for personal and spiritual growth. He highlights that suffering drives individuals toward a deeper encounter with the divine, transforming their adversity into an opportunity for character development. Keller notes, 'Suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope.' Engaging with suffering through introspection and spiritual practices encourages resilience and allows sufferers to grow personally and spiritually. | Timothy Keller | Walking with God through Pain and Suffering

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Walking with God through Pain and Suffering

Suffering as a Catalyst for Growth

Timothy Keller emphasizes that suffering is a ubiquitous and inevitable part of human life but can serve as a profound catalyst for personal and spiritual growth. He highlights that suffering drives individuals toward a deeper encounter with the divine, transforming their adversity into an opportunity for character development. Keller notes, 'Suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope.' Engaging with suffering through introspection and spiritual practices encourages resilience and allows sufferers to grow personally and spiritually.

-- Timothy Keller