James 1:2-5 "My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of GOD , that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth (without reproach) not; and it shall be given him."
Our text reminds us that GOD's wisdom is available to HIS own if they will simply ask for it (v.5). But it is not for those who know not JESUS CHRIST (1st.Corinthians 1:17-24), for the "natural man" (the unsaved) cannot understand spiritual things (1st.COrinthians 2:9-16). Dear Reader, make sure you have been born again -- the Bible makes GOD's plan of salvation crystal clear ! One cannot enter the kingdom of GOD, even though he may be religious and sincere, unless he is saved (John 3:1-18). The new birth is a prerequisite to understanding and benefiting from GOD's wisdom, so do not be astounded if the unsaved are uninterested when you share what the Bible has to say.
Today's text reveals vital facts every believer should know. First, never forget that when we go through times of testing and trial, we are to rejoice rather than complain. Why ? GOD uses this trying of our faith to bring to pass inexplicable benefits and blessings we could not otherwise experience (v.2), and HE also sends trials to refine us for future glory (1st.Peter 4:12-13 pictured above). Believers who are going through difficult times should never think that GOD has forgotten them or that HE is angry with them. Yes, the LORD does discipline HIS disobedient children, but even chastisement will bring to pass HIS glory and our good (Hebrews 12:5-11). Furthermore, our text (vv.3-4), coupled with Romans 5:3-5 pictured above), explains the important role of patience in the believer's life and reveals that only through tribulation can godly patience be produced. Our heavenly FATHER invites us to petition HIM for wisdom to endure these trials, and HE promises to grant it liberally. Do you need divine wisdom ? Ask of GOD in faith and receive. MHR
Your servant in CHRIST,
Julie
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