“My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations” (James 1:2).
This verse is often easier said than done. Back in June I saw the following on Facebook. I felt it was very profound. It gave me a whole new perspective on our Scripture.
“James made it clear that the purpose of all testing is to build perseverance. (He) did not urge us to be joyful because of the trials we face. Instead, he urged us to find joy in the outcome of those trials. We don’t celebrate problems; we celebrate the fact that God can use problems to make us better people. Adversity does for our soul what weight lifting does for our body.” —Bill Perkins
If our patience and faith are never tested or used, spiritually atrophy can’t help but set in. However, as these two “muscles” get stronger, we will be ready to endure more.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray for a great move of God’s Mighty Hand in this next year through WNAC.
