Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face
trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith
develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may
be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
James1: 2-4
There are some who talk great of their faith and beliefs and there are
others that live their faith. I desire to be one whose faith can be seen
in every part of my life, even if I am not proclaiming it in words. We
really don't understand the depth of our faith until it is tested. God
does allow us to face certain circumstances in our lives, that may not
be quite so pleasant. Not so He can beat us down into obedience, but
rather so we can have a clear view of just where we stand. Trials and
tests build the muscles of our faith. When God gives us a test, He does
it with joy, because He knows it will bring us joy when we pass the
test. Joy when our faith has a destination, and is actually going
somewhere and accomplishing something. We are no longer aimlessly
getting through each day, but we have motivation, and purpose as the
muscles of our faith begin to bulge.
Prayer
Thank You Lord for the trials I face and have faced, that they cause me
to grow in wisdom and faith. Remind me that the end results will please
You. I count it all joy!! I want to pass the test; and to be on the road
under Your direction.
