Transgender Path Not Inevitable---But Suffering Is
Channel: GraceByWhichIStand
Date: 2017-08-04

Suffering is normal---But so is peace and joy in Christ as we trust Him to sustain us in that affliction.  Along the way, I am discovering richness and fullness in a relationship with God that no short-lived fantasy here on earth can compare to.

Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ's sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy. 
1 Peter 4:12-13

The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs--heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together.  For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us
Romans 8:16-18

Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him. 
James 1:12