Growing up has its advantages. Adults face life’s struggles differently than children do. Both children and adults feel strong emotions about the trials they face, but they display their emotions differently. A mature Christian can even dare to experience joy during such times. Whatever you may be facing in life, there are four realities about hardship you should know.

I. Trials Are Normal (v. 2)

II. Trials Can Be Joyful (v. 2)

III. Trials Could Be Transformational (vv. 3-4)

IV. Trials Should Be Educational (vv. 5-8)

Talk with God: Ask the Lord to show you how you can prepare your heart for the struggles ahead.

Talk with others: Ask someone close to you how you can help them walk through a current struggle.

Talk with kids: How does God forgive our sins?