4. How should we view the harsh treatment that may be given us by men?

⁴ In harmony with this inspired counsel, how should Christians view the suffering that Jehovah God permits to befall them? We should regard it as a form of discipline or training given to us by a Father who has deep love for us and is interested in our eternal welfare.

“It is for discipline you are enduring. God is dealing with you as with sons. For what son is he that a father does not discipline?