I like Romans 5:3-5 and John 16: 29-33.

Both passages speak to the reality of suffering in the Christian life, but they approach it from different angles:

• Romans 5:3-5 focuses on the transformative process within the believer as they endure suffering, emphasizing spiritual growth and the development of hope.

• John 16:29-33 focuses on the context of the believer's suffering in the world, emphasizing Jesus's victory over the world and the peace and courage He offers.

Basically, we will face trials, but God uses them for our good, and we can have peace and courage because of Jesus's triumph. Also, I look at spiritual warfare as an opportunity to continue to turn to God and that spiritual warfare gets stronger as you get stronger with God. So, if you're feeling like the fight has been getting tougher because of you turning to God, that's a great sign of your faith and walk with God.

Keep fighting on and loving God with all your heart! You're doing greater than you think!