Are my afflictions really necessary?My pain is so all-consuming that I can’t even think straight. Just the thought of wrestling through my daily routine causes depression. How could God possibly think I could function successfully when I hurt so badly? In reality, blessings are to be found in your land of affliction. They have not been hidden from you but rather for you. These afflictions have been mercifully positioned in such a way that upon successfully maneuvering through these spiritual landmines you will be escorted into the presence of God like never before.Mercifully Afflicted will not only help you identify and explain these troubling times, but will also expose the lasting benefits of these agonizing stretches in your spiritual life.The blessings will be complete when you come to grasp that your affliction was inspired by God’s mercy. He’s willing to bring you to a better place if you are willing to allow the affliction to run its course.