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I believe one reason that God allows poverty and suffering is so that His followers may demonstrate Christ's love, mercy, and comfort to [others].

I believe one reason that God allows poverty and suffering is so that His followers may demonstrate Christ’s love, mercy, and comfort to [others].
– Billy Graham

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  3. Christ warned His followers that to believe in Him would not make them popular, and that they should be prepared to face affliction for His sake. – Billy Graham
  4. God’s followers need to know the truth He sets forth in His Word so that we can confidently discern between His truth and Satan’s lies. – Billy Graham
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