The experiences listed in the heading are all things that we go through during the course of life. As we all know, our experiences aren’t always positive, and life isn’t always fluffy white clouds and blue skies, with the sun constantly shining.
The five adverse circumstances listed come from Jeremiah, Mark and Isaiah.
Thankfully though, there is an answer.
Trust God, keep hanging on in there and keep believing.
We will prosper in times of drought, the storm will be calmed and our ashes will be replaced by beauty.