Romans 5v2 And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. 3 Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; 4 perseverance, character; and character, hope. 5 And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.

One of my favorite passages in the bible. Our suffering makes us stronger, that strength make us who we are, and who we are shines the light of hope in Christ to the world.