July 9, 2013
James 1:2-3
(ESV) says, “My brethren, count it all joy when you meet trials of various
kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.”
There is a difference between the happiness that is available for them in
outside world and the joy that is made available for believers. Joy is an
optimistic spirit in response to the events of life. James is saying count it
all joy (whether good or bad).
Let us get
this clear that trials are inevitable. As a matter of fact, someone said that
without a test, there can be no testimony. To make it clear that there would
always be trials, the scripture did not say “if”, but “when”, in order words,
it’s too certain. There would always be challenges and trials and downs and
all. Business might not boom as expected; things might not turn out as
expected; but we are commanded to count it all joy.
Brother Job
could have remained sad for the rest of his life but he later realized that the
joy of the Lord is even a source of strength. The joy of the Lord is the
ability to rejoice in the storm. Trials come anyhow. Did David offend Saul
before the king started haunting the young man’s life? NO! Also, David brought
trial upon himself when committed murder.
James knew
that there would be economic crisis; job cuts; marital issues; health issues; various
challenges and all, so he quickly gave us the therapy which is joy. Phil 4:4
says, “Rejoice in the Lord, always; and again I say, rejoice.” It is difficult
to do, but with faith, all things are possible. Have it at the back of your
mind that even in difficult times, God has a great plan for you. His thoughts
(whether you are feeling good or not) is good and not evil. Problems come and
go, count it all joy. Refuse to stay down else the devil compound issues, no
matter what you are going through, count it all joy.
My prayer is
that the grace to rejoice always be released on us all in Jesus Name. Amen!
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