"Greetings in the Name of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for 20 October 2011"
Today's Bible Verse: James 1:2-5 "Mt brethren, count it all joy when you fall in various trails, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him."
Trials are of outward circumstances--conflicts, suffering, and troubles, encountered by all believers. Trials are not pleasant and may be extremely grievous, but believers are to consider them as opportunities for rejoicing. Troubles and difficulties are a tool which refines and purifies our faith, producing patience and endurance.
The term "testing of your faith" means "tested" or "approved". The aim of testing is not to destroy of afflict, but to purge and refine. Patience transcends the idea of bearing affliction; it includes the idea of standing fast under pressure, with a staying power that turns trials and tribulations into opportunities of praise. If a believer endures a trial, he or she will be perfect, meaning "having reached the end" and there are complete meaning that they are whole.
The wisdom God gives is not necessarily information on how to get out of trouble, but rather insight on how to learn from one 's difficulties. The wisdom of God begins with a genuine reverence for the Almighty, and a steadfast confidence that God controls all circumstances, guiding them to His good purposes.
The summary of these verses is this: Jesus tells us to suffer for Him in His Name. All suffering has meaning in His Kingdom. Pain and problems are continued opportunities to demonstrate your trust in God. Bearing your circumstances bravely, and even thanking Him for them is one of the highest forms of praise.
The sacrifice of thanksgiving rings golden bells of JOY throughout the heavenly realm. On earth also, our patient suffering sends out ripples of Good Tiding in ever widening circles. When suffering strikes, remember that God is sovereign and that He can bring good out of everything.
Do not try to run from pain or hide your problems, instead, accept adversity in the Name of Jesus, offering it up to God for is purposes. Your suffering gains meaning and draws you closer to God. Joy emerges from the ashes of adversity through your trust and thankfulness in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior.
Today's Hymn: "Amazing Grace" (verses 3 and 4)
Through many dangers, toils and snares, I have already come;
"Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, And grace will lead me home
The Lord has promised good to me, His word my hope secures;
He will my shield and Portion be, As long as life endures
Heavenly Father, Lord Jesus, Holy Spirit, may we as Christians, as we go through trails and tribulations demonstrate our love for Jesus that we might receive the crown of life. May we Father in the midst of trials be swift to hear, slow to speak and slow to wrath. May the trails and tribulations that we face, allow us to draw closer to you, so that we might feel Your love, Your Mercy and Your Grace.
Amen
Today's Biblical Truth: "If God and Christ show grace and mercy and without favoritism, so should believers."
Click on the link at www.cindidavis.blogspot.com for Today's Scripture Reading from Hebrews 7 which is Titled: "Jesus Guarantees Our Salvation".
"He who follows righteousness and mercy Finds life, righteousness and honor." Proverbs 21:21
Your Sister in Christ,
Cindi
Today's Bible Verse: James 1:2-5 "Mt brethren, count it all joy when you fall in various trails, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him."
Trials are of outward circumstances--conflicts, suffering, and troubles, encountered by all believers. Trials are not pleasant and may be extremely grievous, but believers are to consider them as opportunities for rejoicing. Troubles and difficulties are a tool which refines and purifies our faith, producing patience and endurance.
The term "testing of your faith" means "tested" or "approved". The aim of testing is not to destroy of afflict, but to purge and refine. Patience transcends the idea of bearing affliction; it includes the idea of standing fast under pressure, with a staying power that turns trials and tribulations into opportunities of praise. If a believer endures a trial, he or she will be perfect, meaning "having reached the end" and there are complete meaning that they are whole.
The wisdom God gives is not necessarily information on how to get out of trouble, but rather insight on how to learn from one 's difficulties. The wisdom of God begins with a genuine reverence for the Almighty, and a steadfast confidence that God controls all circumstances, guiding them to His good purposes.
The summary of these verses is this: Jesus tells us to suffer for Him in His Name. All suffering has meaning in His Kingdom. Pain and problems are continued opportunities to demonstrate your trust in God. Bearing your circumstances bravely, and even thanking Him for them is one of the highest forms of praise.
The sacrifice of thanksgiving rings golden bells of JOY throughout the heavenly realm. On earth also, our patient suffering sends out ripples of Good Tiding in ever widening circles. When suffering strikes, remember that God is sovereign and that He can bring good out of everything.
Do not try to run from pain or hide your problems, instead, accept adversity in the Name of Jesus, offering it up to God for is purposes. Your suffering gains meaning and draws you closer to God. Joy emerges from the ashes of adversity through your trust and thankfulness in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior.
Today's Hymn: "Amazing Grace" (verses 3 and 4)
Through many dangers, toils and snares, I have already come;
"Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, And grace will lead me home
The Lord has promised good to me, His word my hope secures;
He will my shield and Portion be, As long as life endures
Heavenly Father, Lord Jesus, Holy Spirit, may we as Christians, as we go through trails and tribulations demonstrate our love for Jesus that we might receive the crown of life. May we Father in the midst of trials be swift to hear, slow to speak and slow to wrath. May the trails and tribulations that we face, allow us to draw closer to you, so that we might feel Your love, Your Mercy and Your Grace.
Amen
Today's Biblical Truth: "If God and Christ show grace and mercy and without favoritism, so should believers."
Click on the link at www.cindidavis.blogspot.com for Today's Scripture Reading from Hebrews 7 which is Titled: "Jesus Guarantees Our Salvation".
"He who follows righteousness and mercy Finds life, righteousness and honor." Proverbs 21:21
Your Sister in Christ,
Cindi
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