The Rabbis commented that the affliction of the Israelites was in order to test them to see if they would behave in a godly manner even though they had difficulties. The Hebrew term which means test also means to be elevated. Both concepts fit together. When we act in a godly manner when we have difficult life tests, we becomes elevated. This concept applies to each individual in each generation. This is especially so when we suffer for doing Yahveh's Will.

Instead of complaining when difficulties arise in your life, look for ways to utilize your trials to improve your character and elevate yourself. When you view difficulties in this light they will be much easier to cope with.