Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come
your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your
faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. - James 1:2
Why does God allow trials in our life?
They help build our
faith and dependence on GOD.
The Bible says our faith is like gold that needs
to be purified and refined in fire. The joy comes when we realize the fire
makes the end product more valuable and beautiful.
Expect Suffering Hope of Salvation. Romans 5:3-4
When trials come, we are forced to trust in GOD.
We realize
we cannot depend on our own strength and knowledge.
Jesus wants us to believe
in His promises no matter what our current situation is.
Focus On the Joy
When we focus on Jesus and the things in heaven,
we see that
our troubles here on earth are only temporary.
They cannot compare to the
wonderful things
GOD has ready for us in heaven.
No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined
what GOD has prepared for those who love him. - 1
Corinthians 2:9. We can endure suffering when we have faith in GOD’s
promises for eternity. Jesus himself was able to endure the cross “because of
the joy awaiting him.” (Hebrews 12:2)
Let our prayer be this -
For I want to understand what
really matters,
so that I may live a pure and blameless life
until the day of
Christ’s return.
May I always be filled with fruit of my salvation;
the
righteous character produced in my life by Jesus Christ;
for this will bring
much glory and praise to GOD.
In Jesus' Name,
Amen
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