I Peter 4:19
Troubles come to all of us. We may ask the question, “How can I avoid trials?” The truth is
that we can’t. The question we should be asking is, “How can I change the way I respond to hard times?” Knowing that trials
have a purpose can make a big difference in how you face the hard time you’re
going through.
When Experiencing Trials or Suffering…
I. Reflect on the Purpose of Trials and
Suffering – James 1:2
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We also are made perfect
through suffering. I Peter 5:10
Immature people are often impatient
–– they want the blessings of maturity without walking the road of
growth.
Immature people are weak.
Testing provides the proving of
our faith. I Peter 1:6-9
We are called to reflect the image
of God and to be conformed to the image of Christ.
God is not as interested in our comfort
as He is our character.
The real tests of my faith have been internal,
not circumstantial.
The testing of our faith is more
about who He is more than who we are.
God may negotiate my failure
for my success.
Perseverance means, "to
stand under."
Victims who choose to be victims
do not honor God.
So when suffering under the hand of
cruel or manipulative persons, what should the Christian do?
