“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” (James 1:2-4 ESV)
All,
This sticks out because James says to count it as joy when we face various trials. I’m sure most of us would rather not go through any trials, but we know that’s impossible. If we believe Romans 8:28, then we should know that God has a purpose in all things. It seems trials are easier to walk through when I think there is a purpose. Please pray that we and our friends trust in God’s purpose. Please pray for our nations leaders.
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