IT’S WORTH IT Series: Life is Hard. God is Good.

James: 1:2-12

1. MATURITY IS GOOD FOR US

2. THE TESTING OF OUR FAITH IS GUARANTEED

“In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials. So that the genuineness of your faith more precious than gold that perishes thought it is tested by fire, may be found to result in the praise and glory and honor in the revelation of Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 1:6-7.

3. THE TESTING OF OUR FAITH PRODUCES GOOD

“Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit.” John 15:2

4. THE TESTING OF OUR FAITH CAN BE CONFUSING

Wisdom helps us understand how to use these circumstances for our good and God’s glory- W.Wierisbe

“Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:16

5. THE TESTING OF OUR FAITH CHALLENGES OUR PERSPECTIVE

6. THE TESTING OF OUR FAITH GIVES REWARD

“Looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.” Hebrews 12:2

“Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.” Revelation 2:10

Application Question: What Perspective(s) is God challenging you to change?

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