Sunday 18/01/2026 - The mystery of trouble (suffering)

• There is no miracle without an issue. So

Embrace the challenge. 

• Your faith is only tested when a challenge appears. 

• Smooth sailing is good and soft life is pleasant.
• However, without battles success is less sweet and history cannot be worth telling.

• Year of miracles with a strong focus on evangelism and soul wining
  

Romans 5:3-5 NKJV

And not only that, but we also glory in (take great pride or joy) tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance (not giving up); [4] and perseverance, character (what makes you stand out/unique); and character, hope (expectation and desire). [5] Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.

• Character building and personality shaping is hidden in one’s ability to overcome adversity. 

James 1:1-4 KJV

James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting. [2] My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [3] Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. [4] But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.

• Patience : the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious. 

Philippians 4:6 NKJV

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God;

• Anxiety brings nervousness, fear, and panic. 
• Calmness produces confidence, boldness, assurance, clear mind, peace, and faith.