"Finally, we would be completely remiss if we failed to note how God causes us to experience tremendous growth in grace by sovereignly planning and providentially guiding our lives in the midst of real suffering and pain. The pang of watching a loved one take her last breath, the despair of losing a job, the grief of a broken home--each, though truly sorrowful, has a unique way of deepening our trust in Him. In His wisdom, love and power, He really does cause all things to work together for our good. Every piece of our lives really is in His gentle hand, even when He has not yet seen fit to show us how all the pieces fit together."

David G. Hagopian in Back to Basics Rediscovering the Richness of the Reformed Faith.