In the midst of trials and tribulations, it is not very easy to be joyful or even put a smile on your face. However, James tells us to let trouble, obstacles, or problems be an opportunity for joy. How is that possible? It is very possible. You see, there is no joy, when you focus on the problem that is at hand. But there is joy, when you focus on the solution and the one person (Jesus) who can give you the strength and courage to get you through any and everything. Jesus said, "Lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." - Matthew 28:20. No matter what you go through, Jesus will always be by your side. That alone should be enough to give you joy.
Joy is so important because it sustains and strengthens you. Nehemiah 8:10 says, "Don't be dejected and sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength!" Now, don't get me worng, it's okay to cry out to the Lord, when you feeling sad, down, or hurt, but only for a little while. You will never experience joy, if you do not stop crying. Psalms 30:5 says, "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning." Your tears of sorrow will turn into tears of joy.
Many people who go through a lot of ups and downs seem to always wonder, "Why me?!?". My theory is instead of asking, "Why me?!?", ask "Why not me?". You have to realize that trials are here to make you strong, to help you grow, to increase your faith, and to give you endurance. Trials are God's way of training and perfecting His sons and daughters.
No matter what you go through, it will all work out for the good. God will turn your mess into a message and your test into a testimony. You must remember to focus on Jesus, who is the author and finisher of your faith. When you see a battle about to take place in your life, don't run or coward down in fear, instead take your stand, suit up for battle, and fight! "Finally, my sisters, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil." - (Eph 6:10-11)
Heavenly Father, please give me the strength to count it all joy in every situation. I know that trials are here to make me strong, to increase my faith, and to help me grow. Thank you, Lord for everything you are doing and everything You are about to do in my life. In your Jesus name I pray, Amen.
If know of a time where you had to count it all joy in a situation, please share by clicking on the comments link below.
Your Sister in Christ,
Toia
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