" If we are faithfully walking the path of discipleship daily, we will be aware of all the possible consequences of obedience. When that’s true, no circumstance of suffering will meet us as a total surprise. If we are called upon to suffer lengthy physical pain that may even conclude in death, we may be initially surprised. But if we are Christ’s disciples, we won’t remain in a state of shock. "

― John F. MacArthur Jr. , The Power of Suffering: Strengthening Your Faith in the Refiner's Fire (Macarthur Study Series)