God cares most not about making us comfortable, but about teaching us to hate our transgressions and to grow up spiritually to love him.
Joni Eareckson TadaAS a matter of fact, God isn't asking you to be thankful. He's asking you to give thanks. There's a big difference. One response involves emotions, the other your choices, your decisions about a situation, your intent, your 'step of faith.
Joni Eareckson TadaSuffering is arguably God's choicest tool in shaping the character of Christ in us.
Joni Eareckson TadaLove is extravagant in the price it is willing to pay, the time it is willing to give, the hardships it is willing to endure, and the strength it is willing to spend. Love never thinks in terms of "how little," but always in terms of "how much." Love gives, love knows, and love lasts.
Joni Eareckson Tada