An interesting summary:
Sometimes a trial is to teach a truth or a lesson, and to bring one into conformity to Christ and His way; sometimes it is a work done through one for the good of others; and sometimes it is to accomplish God's purposes overall, so we need patience and peace (Isa.26:3).
Usually the closer we are to Christ the less trouble we will have; yet, a trial is not always a trouble unless we allow it to be. It often becomes much trouble when we go contrary to the mind of God, and He may need to chasten His children as He cares for us (see Heb.12:6-11). While It may be a difficulty, it may bring a blessing if we can see it.
Always "wait upon the Lord" (Isa.40:31). We are as clay, and God is the potter (Rom.9:20), yet God's ways are perfect and good for man. Our prayer should not always be a cry for deliverance, but cause one to lean more firmly on our Redeemer, for He loves us and He will sustain us if we care (note 1 Jn.5:10-12) - RLD, 2008 --from biblecounsel.net
Different Trials For Different Needs
Sometimes a trial is to teach a truth or a lesson, and to bring one into conformity to Christ and His way; sometimes it is a work done through one for the good of others; and sometimes it is to accomplish God's purposes overall, so we need patience and peace (Isa.26:3).
Usually the closer we are to Christ the less trouble we will have; yet, a trial is not always a trouble unless we allow it to be. It often becomes much trouble when we go contrary to the mind of God, and He may need to chasten His children as He cares for us (see Heb.12:6-11). While It may be a difficulty, it may bring a blessing if we can see it.
Always "wait upon the Lord" (Isa.40:31). We are as clay, and God is the potter (Rom.9:20), yet God's ways are perfect and good for man. Our prayer should not always be a cry for deliverance, but cause one to lean more firmly on our Redeemer, for He loves us and He will sustain us if we care (note 1 Jn.5:10-12) - RLD, 2008 --from biblecounsel.net
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