we live in a fallen world. suffering is inevitable. but he allows it and works it out for the good. plus, suffering has it's good parts to it too :) we learn valuable lessons from it.

romans 8:28 28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who[a] have been called according to his purpose.

"Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved." -- Helen Keller