Reasons for Trials

One of the best tests of Christian growth and maturity is trouble.

When a believer goes through personal trials, they discover the kind of faith they really possess.

Trials not only reveal our faith, but they also develop our character.

James is written to show us that God is trying to produce in us the kind of faith that overcomes. “The trying of your faith works patience.”

Patience is enduring faith, faith with stamina and resilience.

In chapter one, verses one through twelve, James is writing about the trials and tests that come into our lives from outside circumstances.

God is trying to produce in every Christian “faith that overcomes,” that endures, that has staying power.

Too many Christians fall by the wayside when temptations and trials come.

God is trying to produce an inward change by allowing and even ordaining outward trials to build in us an overcoming faith.

He wants us to understand that trials in the Christian life are not unique. They are for every Christian

If you are going through trials right now, realize that God is not picking on you. He has a purpose!