There are few who enjoy suffering and most would avoid it all together if possible. We must recognize; however, it has its place in our process of being conformed to the image of Christ. For with tribulation and suffering comes a new level of dependence on our Heavenly Father. It demands a perseverance we otherwise […]
I have heard it said that we only know 10% of most peoples situation. That leaves 90% a mystery. There are several that struggle through the holidays rather than enjoy them. It may be the loss of a loved one, a current battle with cancer, a prodigal son or daughter. In any event, the struggle […]
As I read Philippians 1 today, I landed on this verse and was convicted. How many times have I asked, “Why is this happening to me?” instead of “How is this furthering the Gospel?” I decided to expand this thought a little further and asked myself the question, “How does praising God in the midst of the trial […]
These were the first two verses of scripture I memorized. As a matter of fact I memorized them because that’s what I thought being a Christian was about; performing, memorizing and impressing others. Years later, I saw that God was preparing me for healing in the midst of great trials and that He was using […]
We must open to a larger portion of scripture to understand these verses. Read James 1:1-8 This passage of scripture isn’t suggesting wisdom as just one more thing to add to the prayer list. If we look closely at the context, we notice that these verses are sandwiched between encouragement and instruction for those enduring trials. […]