![]() James 1:5 is a verse I tend to overlook most of the time. But we do have the assurance that our faith will be strengthened if we learn to rely on God in the midst of the trials. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” It would be nice if we were instead promised, “This trial is only temporary, and pretty soon you’ll be past it and things will look brighter.” Unfortunately, Scripture doesn’t promise us short, easily endured trials. I don’t know about anyone else, but verses 2-4 aren’t exactly the encouraging word I want to hear most of the time: “Count in all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. ![]() ![]() I’ve been listening to a Bible study series called “Rebuilding Your Broken World” by Chip Ingram based on James 1.
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