Maturity In Our Faith Is Tested

 Every child of God is called to mature in the faith and grow in their spiritual life... and throughout the New Testament we are taught that Maturity In Our Faith Is Tested and established through trials and tribulations. If we are to grow in grace and in a knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ, we are bound to go through various difficulties and dangers, trials and tribulations.
 Peter reminds us that the testing of our faith is more precious than gold and calls on us to rejoice despite being distressed by various difficulties, while Paul encourages us to exult in our trials, knowing that tribulation is a necessary step towards spiritual growth and godly wisdom.
 What a terrible indictment of a born-again believer who fails to live His or her life in faith - but rather chooses to pray with an unbelieving heart and is tossed to and from by every wind of change. May we develop a trusting heart of thanksgiving and praise that believes God's Word and prays in faith, expecting Him to keep His promises and fulfil his Word.
James 1:7 That person should not expect to receive anything from the Lord.

Our United Prayer:
Heavenly Father, we do not want to be double minded or filled with doubts, we know that without faith it is impossible to please You. We pray that we  stand fast on the promises of God and pray in faith, knowing that You have provided all we need for life and godliness. Help us to persevere in the trials of life, hold fast to the Word of truth, mature in the faith, and live our lives to Your honor and glory. This we ask in Jesus' name, AMEN.