Endurance in trials

 

Text: James 1:12 (KJV)

Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him

Friends, we need to develop the stamina to remain steadfast in faith when we are tried in life. Such trials can also happen to our character that can make us lose trust in God as life becomes unbearable. Yes, our faith is refined and refired through life experiences because trials are not meant to destroy us but to develop us on every side. It brings the gold in us as we become spiritually matured to face life and serve God better. It is endurance that makes us to align in His timing instead of impatience. Remember, your faith can be deepened as you remain focused on God by going through the process hour. James 1:2-4 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. Therefore, endurance in trials doesn’t mean pretending that the pain isn’t real but it means trusting that the pain has a purpose at last.

Unfortunately, many choose to quit instead of enduring the trial moment without realizing it is in the training that we need to become worthy vessels in His hands. So, the capacity to endure makes us to remain focused on God’s promises and not in our pains or delays. Romans 8:18 For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. Remember, Jesus endured the cross for the joy that was set before Him. You too can endure that situation because the same Spirit that strengthened Him will strengthen you, too in Jesus name.

PRAYER POINT: 

Oh Lord, give me the strength to endure every trial with patience and faith as I see beyond my present struggles and to trust in God’s plan in Jesus name

ACTION QUOTE: Remember, you can transform this temporary pain into eternal reward.