What Does the Bible Say About...Trials? Topic Sheet
Written by Anthony Tamel
Peter wrote, “Don’t think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you” (1 Peter 4:12). But it isn’t enough to accept trials. God wants us to do more than endure them. He wants us to be happy when they come. James wrote, “Count it all joy when you fall into various trials.” (James 1:2). What was James thinking? Actually, it was God who was doing the thinking. Learn eight reasons why trials are endurable, and even a source of joy and strength for the faithful Christian. |