Hebrews 12:6
For the Lord disciplines those He loves, and punishes every child He accepts."
Revelation 3:19
"I rebuke and discipline those I love, so be earnest and repent.
Hebrews 12:7-8
[For the suffering] you are enduring [is] for your discipline. God is dealing with you as He does with [His] children, for what child is not disciplined by his father?
James 1:12
The person who perseveres under trials is blessed, because when he has been approved by God, he will receive the crown of [never ending] life, which God has promised to those who love Him.
James 5:11
Notice that we consider those who endured [suffering with patience] to be blessed [by God]. You people have heard of Job's patience and have seen what the Lord finally did [for him]. The Lord is very compassionate and merciful.