James 1:2-4 says, “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”
The testing of our faith in a nutshell is simply pressure. The pressures of finances, relationships, worry, health, circumstances...it is all just an opportunity to see what we are made of. Are we strong enough to hold up for the ride or do we have a leak somewhere? I have found that as the pressure has been put on this past year, I have found many little leaks. I leak faith, trust, patience, perseverance...the list goes on.
I thank God that He doesn't just take me on the ride regardless of if I am ready or not. We all know that riding on a leaky tire just ruins both the ride and the tire. God is gracious and with a great purpose that he has for us in mind, he is patient as he waits for us to be firm, steady and filled up with the spirit.
If you really want to fulfill all that God has for you, pressure will come. Your faith will be tested and refined, but in the end you will have the strength to carry out the great destiny that God has for you. Embrace your spiritual tune-up and realize that the journey ahead will all be worth it.
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I wish we could get some snow here in Raleigh
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