Enduring Trials

2Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials, 3knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. James1:2-3 (NASB)

• There are always things to be joyful about no matter what the circumstance, there are always positives in a seemingly negative situation.
• Remaining joyful during a hardship helps us to pull through that rough period, and increase endurance.
• It is God's will to produce an end result that we will benefit from by allowing various trials in our lives.
• Things that we gain from God during trial periods include: endurance, stronger faith, closeness to God, a greater appreciation for His love and faithfulness.
• God knows us the best and knows our tolerance level, and His test of our faith is so that we may grow to reach our potential.

Dear Heavenly Father, may we just keep our focus on You always, in good times as well as tough times, in order that we can see the many benefits that we receive by keeping You at the forefront of our lives. May you continue to strengthen our endurance during the trial periods in our lives. We know it is because of Your love for us that you try our faith and increase our growth in Christ Jesus. ~Amen