Monday, July 16, 2007
My QT learning:Romans 5:1-4
Paul passionately listed e blessings we haf in Christ Jesus: justification, peace w GOD, access by faith into grace, & hope of GOD's glory. What blessed assurance! Then in verse 3 he states, "More than tt, we rejoice in our sufferings." By seeing suffering as a blessing, Paul encourages us to adopt a joyful attitude.
"Count it all joy,... when u meet trials of various kinds," (James 1:2). Because "e testing of yr faith produces steadfast" (James 1:3). Through trials & tribulations GOD works for us. (Romans 8:28) "All things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose." We will experience difficulties, but how we view them by faith is essential.
Because we were trusting GOD for the outcome - no matter whar it would be - our testimony of resilient faith affected those around us. They were watching as we went thru the fiery trial, & it was having a profound impact on their lives. (Peter 1:6-7) Our faith will be tried in the fire of hardship to teach us patience & to ultimately bring glory, praise, & honor to JESUS. Trial & tribulation can work for us, not against us. I've been paid for in FULL 12:00 AM