“Sorrow is better than laughter, for sadness has a refining influence on us.” Ecclesiastes 7:3 I know, this scripture is usually recited in times of utter despair as a means of encouragement. While the above scripture is 100% true, it can be a hard truth to swallow in moments of heartbreak, loss, and tragedy. Think back over your life and remember all the moments that truly defined and shaped you as an individual. Chances are, most of them may be trials you had to face, storms you had to weather, and battles that needed to be fought. No one enjoys…