How to Count Trials as Joy⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

+When we find ourselves in the midst of unfortunate situations, it's easy to become so fixated on our Problems that we begin to lose perspective.⁣⁣⁣
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+If we say we love God but we allow our circumstances to dictate our responses, then we might have more faith in our circumstances than in our God.⁣⁣⁣
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+God will never tempt us, but if He allows us to experience a trial, then He will give us the strength to endure it.⁣⁣⁣
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+And as we endure, our character is refined-and the refining of our character is a good and perfect gift. While God does not create pain, He will use it for His glory and our good.⁣⁣⁣
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+And if the pain results in something good for us-like the purification of our character and a deeper intimacy with God-then we can actually rejoice in the midst of suffering.⁣⁣⁣
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+When we view trials from that perspective, our suffering becomes a way for us to worship God.⁣⁣⁣
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+And as we worship Him, our hearts become realigned with His heart.⁣⁣⁣
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+So today, ask God to give you the strength to endure the trials you are currently walking through.⁣⁣⁣
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+Allow Him to fill you with joy by showing you how the trials are making you more like Jesus. ☝️⁣⁣⁣
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🙏 God, thank You for allowing me to experience trials. And thank You for refining my faith through them.⁣⁣⁣
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+When I go through hard situations, please lead me away from temptation by giving me the strength to endure.⁣⁣⁣
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+Remind me of the joy set before me: the purification of my character and eternity spent with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen. 🙌💙⁣⁣⁣
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