Overcoming trials through faith, a Biblical perspective. Trials of various kinds may come our way, but (James 1:2-4) reminds us to consider it pure joy because the testing of our faith produces perseverance which produces maturity in us. (1 Peter 1:7) Says that these trials will show that your faith is genuine and it is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold—though your faith is far more precious than mere gold. Endure through trials with unwavering faith and it will bring praise and honor on the day of Christ’s revelation.
(Isaiah 60:2) Through the prophet Isaiah it is said that even in midst of darkness and chaos, God reveals that, HIS glory will shine and become evident to all nations. As believers of the Holy Word, we can trust that despite the difficult circumstances we face, God’s promises will be kept and HIS will ultimately be done.
(Psalm 46:1) Informs us that God is our strength and refuge, reminding us that HE is always ready to help in times of trouble. Find peace and security in HIM and put your trust in HIS faithfulness without fear or worry. For when we face trials or hardship, we can hold on to our faith, knowing it can produce perseverance and that ultimately; our steadfast will bring glory to Yahweh, the God that made a covenant with HIS chosen people, Israel.
James 1:2-4
New International Version
Trials and Temptations
2 “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”
James 1:2-4
King James Version
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.”
James 1:2-4
Living Bible
2 “Dear brothers, is your life full of difficulties and temptations? Then be happy, 3 for when the way is rough, your patience has a chance to grow. 4 So let it grow, and don’t try to squirm out of your problems. For when your patience is finally in full bloom, then you will be ready for anything, strong in character, full and complete.”
1 Peter 1:7
New International Version
7 “These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.”
1 Peter 1:7
King James Version
7 “That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:”
1 Peter 1:7
Living Bible
7 “These trials are only to test your faith, to see whether or not it is strong and pure. It is being tested as fire tests gold and purifies it—and your faith is far more precious to God than mere gold; so if your faith remains strong after being tried in the test tube of fiery trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day of his return.”
Isaiah 60:2
New International Version
2 “See, darkness covers the earth and thick darkness is over the peoples,
but the Lord rises upon you and his glory appears over you.”
Isaiah 60:2
King James Version
2 “For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the Lord shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee.”
Isaiah 60:2
Living Bible
2 “Darkness as black as night shall cover all the peoples of the earth, but the glory of the Lord will shine from you.”
Psalm 46:1
New International Version
“For the director of music. Of the Sons of Korah. According to alamoth. A song.
1 “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
Psalm 46:1
King James Version
46 “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Psalm 46:1
Living Bible
46 “God is our refuge and strength, a tested help in times of trouble.”