Romans 5:3 Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance;
This may sound masochistic to some, but that is not what Paul had in mind here; rather that he was willing to take whatever life dealt him so long as he could continue to receive Christ’s gifts.
Always looking on the bright side of life can be very difficult when life is getting on top of you, but that is what Paul is telling the Romans.
Do not let the big issues in life overcome our faith and our beliefs because each trial will strengthen us in some way for the fight ahead of us.
Christ will comfort you every step of the way.