The concept of Trouble in Christianity
According to Christianity, trouble encompasses any form of distress or hardship faced by individuals. In such times, believers are assured of God's presence accompanying them through their suffering. This concept emphasizes that, regardless of the challenges one may encounter, divine support and companionship are promised to alleviate the burden of trouble.1
Synonyms: Difficulty, Challenge, Issue, Problem, Hardship, Distress, Inconvenience, Dilemma, Adversity, Struggle, Predicament, Complication, Nuisance, Obstacle
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Christian concept of 'Trouble'
Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity
Books
From: Ante-nicene Fathers
(1) This is what the Lord wills to take the soul away from, to show him light, and to form him in understanding, according to Isaiah.[1] (2) The title indicates a worsening situation, which is a sign of increased hardship.[2]
Significance in Christianity (general):
From: Expositions of Holy Scripture
(1) Refers to any form of distress or hardship where God's presence is promised to be with the suffering individual.[3]
Plural form: Troubles.