“God had one Son on earth without sin, but never one without suffering.” — St. Augustine. Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us. Romans 5:3-5 (NIV) What advice would you give Christians undergoing sufferings? The Apostle Peter (1 Peter) too