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There are a few things that Christians are able to say with confidence.
Firstly, you are not suffering because God hates you. Secondly, your
suffering will come to an end, and there will be an eternity in which peace
and justice will compensate you. And thirdly, knowing the presence of God
alongside you will make you stronger as you face painful circumstances.
The Christian faith teaches that God hates suffering. It was not part of his
intention for humankind. However, he has created a world that has two
features. Both these features are wonderfully beneficial to humans, but also
result in a planet where suffering is inevitable.