The tests..

I must say that before my trials
started working steadfastness
and patience in my life, they
brought out many other
negative qualities, mind-sets,
and attitudes I didnt know I had.
One reason God allows us
to go through tests and trials is
so the hidden things in our
hearts can be exposed. Until
they are exposed, we cannot do
anything about them. But once we
see them, we can begin to
face them and ask God to help
us. God does not allow us to go
through difficult times because
He likes to see us suffer; He
allows us to walk through them so
we will recognize our need
for Him. Never be afraid of the
truth, because it is the truth
that makes us free .
The
point is that everything you go
through ultimately does work
out for your good because it
makes you stronger and builds
your endurance; it develops
godly character; it helps you to
know yourself and to be able to
deal with things on an honest
level with God and take care of
them so you can go on. The next
time you encounter some sort
of test or trial, determine to
believe it is for your good. Say to
God: Okay, Lord, I believe
this is going to work out well
for me. It doesnt feel good. I
dont like it at all. I dont
understand it! It hurts! It
doesnt seem fair! But I believe You
will use it for my good.
Placing your faith in God opens
the door for Him to work
miracles out of messes!
~Janet