'Tribulations' in the Bible

strengthening the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to continue in the faith, and saying, “Through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God.”

And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance;

Therefore I ask you not to lose heart at my tribulations on your behalf, for they are your glory.

partly by being made a public spectacle through reproaches and tribulations, and partly by becoming sharers with those who were so treated.