Trials

  • My Daily Thoughts–James 1:1-8

    James 1:1-8 (NKJV) James, a bondservant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad: Greetings. 2 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, 3 knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. 4 But let patience have its perfect work,…

  • James 1:2-8

    James continues with his letter about practical matters. He wishes to strengthen these scattered Jews who believe in Jesus to continue in God’s will and life for them–the Christian life. My translation and notes on James 1:2-8 2 My brothers, consider it all joy when youp find yourselfp surrounded by various trials. [The Greek…

  • James Studies James 1:12

    D3 Believers Should Remain Steadfast in Faith While in Trials James 1:12 James 1:12 WEL Blessed [is] the person who patiently endures temptation, for when he has passed the test, he will receive the crown of life, which the Lord has promised to those who love him. Blessed B1 Happiness is the Greek word…

  • James Studies James 1:2-8

    D1 Believers Should Ask God for Wisdom James 1:2-8 James 1:2-8 WEL My brothers, consider it all joy when you find yourself surrounded by various trials. 3 Know this that the testing of your faith results in endurance. 4 Let endurance have its full, complete work, so that you may be mature and complete,…

  • A Few Thoughts About Trials

    A Few Thoughts About Trials James 1:1-8 WEL James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes, which are scattered abroad, greeting. 2 My brothers, consider it all joy when you find yourself surrounded by various trials. 3 Know this that the testing of your faith brings about…

  • The Believer’s Strength

    Grace for every trial Theme: The Believer’s Strength Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 Objectives: (From the D6 Fusion Sunday School Lesson book) Know: God’s grace and power are best displayed in our weakness. Think: I will live with the assurance that God will give me the grace and strength I need for every situation. Do:…

  • 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5

    A1 Scripture B1 So when we could stand it no longer, we thought it best to be left by ourselves in Athens. We sent Timothy, who is our brother and co-worker in God’s service in spreading the gospel of Christ, to strengthen and encourage you in your faith, so that no one would be…

  • 1 Year Bible—James

    1 Year Bible—James James the half-brother of the Lord Jesus Chapter 1 B1 Temptation/testing C1 The Greek word is πειρασμός peirasmós. It means trials, temptations, etc. The word has the idea of testing a drug to see if it works as intended, thus, the various applications. Vocabulary of The Greek Testament (Moulton & Milligan…