As I walked out of the gym and past the instructor, I said thank you. And then I realized I was thanking her for pain and told her so. We both laughed and at the same time realized the symbolism, as she said “that’s Biblical!” (I guess anything to justify how tough on us she is!!). I knew by enduring her brutal workout, (i.e. pain!), I could count on getting stronger and healthier, enabling me to live my days more fully to function and serve. And that is what You want me to count on in the spiritual trials of pain; that I will become stronger, more whole, more free and therefore more available to serve Your Purposes in the lives of others. Thank You.