When we approach God about suffering, it's important to remember the words of Paul:
2Co 12:9 And He said to me, My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may overshadow me.
2Co 12:10 Therefore I am pleased in weaknesses, in insults, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake; for when I am weak, then I am powerful.
When we get to Heaven, I believe we will be astonished at the number of people who were perfected through suffering and weakness. Having your pride stripped away is sometimes the best thing for you.
One of my favorate passages, Pappy. The promise isn't that we'll not suffer, but that we'll overcome in the midst of suffering, to the extent that Christ will be glorified.