Have Joy, Even when the going is tough.
James 1:2-4 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. NLT Consider it joy to go through problems and hardships? I can't say that I have ever really felt joyful about going through a problem. Have you? Our first instincts are to get angry and upset. We go and throw woe is me pity parties. Then after a little while we ask for God's help. Of course, with the "Why, God, Why?" mentality. Why do I have to suffer through this? I paid my tithes, I gave my offerings, I pray everyday, I go to church on Wednesdays and Sundays, I help out in nursery. I collect money for missions and charities. God Why me? Why not that other person. The one who doesn't even love you or know you. That person who c...